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Limp - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

A limp is a way of walking unevenly or with difficulty, often due to injury or weakness in a leg or foot. It can also describe something soft or lacking stiffness.

limp

/lɪmp/ /lɪmp/

Definition:

Walk with difficulty due to injury or weakness, or lacking stiffness or strength.

Synonyms:

hobble, stagger, falter, shuffle

Part of Speech:

verb, noun, adjective

Antonyms:

stride, strengthen

Common Collocations:

limp along, limp badly, slight limp, noticeable limp

Derivatives:

limply, limper, limping

Usage Tips:

Use "limp" as a verb for walking unevenly or as an adjective to describe something soft or weak.

Common Phrases:

walk with a limp, go limp with fear, limp as a rag

Etymology:

Originates from Old English "limpan," meaning to happen or occur; later evolved to mean "walk lamely."

Examples:

  • 1. She twisted her ankle and began to limp home.
  • 2. The old dog had a slight limp after the long walk.
  • 3. His handshake was limp and unenthusiastic.
  • 4. The flag hung limp in the still air.

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