gammy
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Adj — Injured or not working properly, especially describing a leg.
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Etymology
Origin uncertain — possibly linked to dialectal English "game" (meaning lame) or to Welsh cam ("crooked").
Full origin of gammy →Frequently asked questions
What does “gammy” mean?
The word “gammy” means injured or not working properly, especially describing a leg. In plain terms, british informal word for something (usually a leg) that's injured or not working right, or for something fake.
How do you pronounce “gammy”?
“Gammy” is pronounced GA-mee (/ˈɡæmi/ in IPA).
How do you use “gammy” in a sentence?
Here is “gammy” used in a sentence: “He walks with a limp because of his gammy knee.”
What part of speech is “gammy”?
“Gammy” is an adjective.
Where does the word “gammy” come from?
The word “gammy” comes from Welsh. Origin uncertain — possibly linked to dialectal English "game" (meaning lame) or to Welsh cam ("crooked").
How many meanings does “gammy” have?
“Gammy” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: injured or not working properly, especially describing a leg.