sprung

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

Sense 1

Meaning · English

Fitted or cushioned with springs.

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

Near-synonym: spring-loaded

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Sense 2

Meaning · English

Worn out such that the springiness has dissipated.

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Sense 3

Meaning · English

Utterly infatuated with someone; completely taken over by romantic interest; originally and literally, having a penile erection.

Register: slang

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “sprung” mean?

Fitted or cushioned with springs.

Is “sprung” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.