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boiteux — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • lame adj Unable to walk normally because of an injury or problem with the legs or feet.
  • rickety adj Weak, shaky, or unstable, typically because of poor construction or age.

Senses

boiteux is used for these senses in English:

  • lame (especially, of an, animal) Unable to walk properly because of a problem with one's feet or legs.
  • rickety Of an object: not strong or sturdy, as because of poor construction or upkeep; not safe or secure.
  • rickety (of a person) Feeble in the joints; tottering.

lame — full definition

  1. adj Unable to walk normally because of an injury or problem with the legs or feet.
  2. adj Weak, unconvincing, or poorly thought out.
  3. adj Informally, boring, uncool, or disappointing.

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