SPRAIN

sprain. Sprain, n. a violent extension of the tendonss

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Sprain (sprān), v. t. [imp. & p. p. Sprained (sprānd); p. pr. & vb. n. Spraining.] [[OF. espreindreto press, to force out, F. épreindre, fr. L. exprimere. See Express, v. t., and cf. Spraints.]] To weaken, as a joint, ligament, or muscle, by sudden and excessive exertion, as by wrenching; to overstrain, or stretch injuriously, but without luxation; as, to sprain one's ankle.