limping

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun disability of walking due to crippling of the legs or feet
  2. verb walk impeded by some physical limitation or injury
  3. verb proceed slowly or with difficulty

In classic literature

Synonyms

lameness, gimp, gimpiness, gameness, claudication

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