gimpier; gimpiest
1
US, often offensive; see usage paragraph below
: affected permanently with a limp or a limping walk
2
US, sports, sometimes offensive; see usage paragraph below
: affected by an injury especially of the leg, ankle, or foot
Usage of Gimpy
Sense 1 of the adjective gimpy is offensive when applied to a person, especially one who has a permanent disability. The sports-related sense 2 meaning may also be considered offensive by some people because of the offensive nature of the word's broader use.
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“Gimpy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gimpy. Accessed 31 Aug. 2026.
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