imp. & p. p. of Spring.

Said of a spar that has been cracked or strained.

A book that is separated from its binding, follows "starting," "cracking," and "split."

Split or twisted

The book has a weakened spine, pages beginning to come loose

a deep piercing that begins under the tongue and emerges underneath the chin

describes a nib or clip that has been bent out of shape by application of excessive pressure or tension

Said of a metal part (typically a point or a clip) that has been bent past its elastic limit and permanently deformed.

See shaken.

Escaped (from prison) with outside assistance.

Sprung is a 1997 comedy film, written and directed by Rusty Cundieff. This film stars Tisha Campbell-Martin, Joe Torry, and Paula Jai Parker. It grossed $7,575,028 at the US box office.