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The correct spelling is sprung.
How to pronounce sprung
/ˈspɹʌŋ/
verbIPA: /ˈspɹʌŋ/
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The correct spelling is sprung. To weaken, as a joint, ligament, or muscle, by sudden and excessive exertion, as by wrenching; to overstrain, or stretch injuriously, but without luxation For example: "to sprain one's ankle"
Usage Examples
“to sprain one's ankle”
“The documentary made tears spring to their eyes.”
“They sprung an arch over the lintel.”
Meanings
verb
- 1.To weaken, as a joint, ligament, or muscle, by sudden and excessive exertion, as by wrenching; to overstrain, or stretch injuriously, but without luxation
- 2.To burst forth.
- 3.(of beards) To grow.
- 4.To cause to burst forth.
- 5.To make wet, to moisten.
adjective
- 1.Utterly infatuated with someone; completely taken over by romantic interest.
- 2.Caught doing something illegal or against the rules.
- 3.(of a spar) cracked or strained.
- 4.Drunk.
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