Gimps — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun verb /ˈgimp/

Meaning & Definition of Gimps

Gimps (noun)

  1. a disabled person
  2. limp
  3. an ornamental flat braid or round cord used as a trimming
  4. spirit, vim

Gimps (verb)

  1. limp, hobble

Gimps (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in limps, hobbles

    similar: hobbles, limps, footslogs, plods, trudges, minces, prances, pussyfoots, tiptoes, clumps, stomps, stumps, tramples, tramps, tromps, bounces, sashays, stalks, struts, swaggers, ambles, moseys, perambulates, rambles, saunters, strolls, wanders, falters, lumbers, lurches, pounds, scuffs, shambles, shuffles, staggers, stumbles, toddles, waddles, hikes, peregrinates, treks, nips, taps, trips, trots, power walks

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Gimps

The most common words with a similar meaning to Gimps:

hobbles, limps, footslogs, plods, trudges, minces, prances, pussyfoots, tiptoes, clumps, stomps, stumps, tramples, tramps, tromps, bounces, sashays, stalks, struts, swaggers, ambles, moseys, perambulates, rambles, saunters, strolls, wanders, falters, lumbers, lurches, pounds, scuffs, shambles, shuffles, staggers, stumbles, toddles, waddles, hikes, peregrinates

Word Forms of Gimps

Inflections: gimped, gimping

Origin & Etymology of Gimps

origin unknown

First known use: 1886

Frequently Asked Questions about Gimps

What does "Gimps" mean?

"Gimps" means a disabled person. As an a noun and a verb, it is defined as: a disabled person.

What is another word for "Gimps"?

Other words for "Gimps" include hobbles, limps, footslogs, plods, trudges, minces, prances and pussyfoots. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Gimps" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Gimps"?

There are 46 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Gimps". Common alternatives include hobbles, limps, footslogs, plods, trudges, minces, prances, pussyfoots, tiptoes and clumps.

Is "Gimps" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Gimps" can be used as a noun and a verb, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Gimps"?

"Gimps" is pronounced /ˈgimp/.

What is the origin of the word "Gimps"?

"Gimps" comes from origin unknown. First known use: 1886.

What is another word for "Gimps" meaning "as in limps, hobbles"?

When "Gimps" (verb) means as in limps, hobbles, synonyms include hobbles, limps, footslogs, plods, trudges and minces.

What does "Gimps" mean as a noun?

As a noun, "Gimps" means: a disabled person; limp; an ornamental flat braid or round cord used as a trimming.