gimp

gimp
gimp1 [gɪmp]
noun
1》 twisted, reinforced material used as upholstery trimming.
2》 (in lacemaking) coarser thread forming the outline of the design.
3》 fishing line made of silk bound with wire.
Origin
C17: from Du.
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gimp2 N. Amer. [gɪmp]
informal, derogatory
noun
1》 a physically disabled or lame person.
    ↘a limp.
2》 a feeble or contemptible person.
verb limp; hobble.
Derivatives
gimpy adjective
Origin
1920s: of unknown origin.

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