くじき

く

じ

き

Meanings

1

usually written using kana alone

Refers to a sprain, a joint injury caused by overstretching or tearing ligaments. Often used in medical or everyday contexts.

足あし首くびのくじきは、歩あるくときに痛いたみます。
An ankle sprain hurts when walking.
くじきを早はやく治なおすには、冷ひやすことが大たい切せつです。
To heal a sprain quickly, it's important to apply ice.