Spring /spɹɪŋ/

The meaning and definition of Spring, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

verb

To weaken, as a joint, ligament, or muscle, by sudden and excessive exertion, as by wrenching; to overstrain, or stretch injuriously, but without luxation
“to sprain one's ankle”

noun

An act of springing: a leap, a jump.
The season of the year in temperate regions in which plants spring from the ground and into bloom and dormant animals spring to life, variously reckoned as
“Spring is the time of the year most species reproduce.”

verb

To burst forth.
(of beards) To grow.

Synonyms springtime impetus impulse

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Spring /spɹɪŋ/

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