Gimpy: meaning, definitions and examples
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gimpy
[ หษกษชm.pi ]
physical condition
The word 'gimpy' is often used informally to describe someone or something that has a limp or difficulty in movement, particularly in reference to an injury or a physical disability. It can derogatorily imply awkwardness or ineffectiveness in a broader context. The term can also be used colloquially to describe something that is not functioning properly or is impaired. It's often applied humorously or light-heartedly in casual conversation.
Synonyms
awkward, disabled, lame, limping.
Examples of usage
- He walked with a gimpy leg after the accident.
- The gimpy dog struggled to keep up with the others.
- Her gimpy attempts at running made everyone laugh.
- The old machine was quite gimpy and needed repairs.
Translations
Translations of the word "gimpy" in other languages:
๐ต๐น manco
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฒเคเคเคกเคผเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช lahm
๐ฎ๐ฉ pincang
๐บ๐ฆ ะบัะปัะณะฐะฒะธะน
๐ต๐ฑ kulawy
๐ฏ๐ต ่ถณใไธ่ช็ฑใช
๐ซ๐ท boiteux
๐ช๐ธ cojo
๐น๐ท topal
๐ฐ๐ท ์ ๋ฆ๋ฐ์ด์
๐ธ๐ฆ ู ูุนูุงู
๐จ๐ฟ kulhavรฝ
๐ธ๐ฐ kulhavรฝ
๐จ๐ณ ่ท่็
๐ธ๐ฎ ลกepav
๐ฎ๐ธ hรฆgri
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัะฐะป ะฐััั
๐ฌ๐ช แฃแฎแแ แฎแฃแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ kรผrษklษ
๐ฒ๐ฝ cojo
Etymology
The term 'gimpy' likely originated in the early 20th century, derived from the word 'gimp', which has roots in Middle English. 'Gimp' originally referred to a person with a limp, derived from the dialectal word 'gimpen'. The informal use of 'gimpy' reflects the playful or teasing connotation often found in colloquial speech. Over time, 'gimpy' evolved to include not only a description of physical inability but also a broader application to anything considered defective or subpar. Its usage has expanded in various social groups and cultures, maintaining a level of humor while occasionally being viewed as insensitive when used in reference to individuals with disabilities. However, it remains a common slang term in casual settings.
Word Frequency Rank
At position #41,547, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.
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