adj
gimpy
GIHM-pee
adj
1
Walking with a limp, or (of a limb) weak or unsteady.
"My gimpy knee acts up whenever it rains."
How to Use Gimpy
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDescribes a limb or walk that's weak, stiff, or limping.
When to use it
Informal; when applied to a person rather than a body part it can read as dismissive, so use with care.
Word Forms
gimpier comparative, gimpiest superlative
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Etymology
Formed from gimp plus the adjective ending -y.