limp (l mp)intr.v. limped, limp·ing, limps 1. To walk lamely, especially with irregularity, as if favoring one leg. 2. To move or proceed haltingly or unsteadily: The project limped along with half its previous funding. n. An irregular, jerky, or awkward gait. adj. limp·er, limp·est 1. Lacking or having lost rigidity, as of structure or substance. 2. Lacking strength or firmness; weak or spiritless; a limp handshake; limp opposition. [Probably from obsolete lymphault, lame, from Old English lemphealt : lemp-, hanging loosely + -healt, lame, limping.] limp  ly adv.limp ness n.Synonyms: limp, flabby, flaccid, floppy These adjectives mean lacking in stiffness or firmness: a limp shirt collar; flabby, wrinkled flesh; flaccid cheeks; a floppy hat brim. Antonym: firm1 |
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| Noun | 1. | limper - someone who has a limp and walks with a hobbling gait |
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