Gimped
Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM
Scrabble:12 ptsWWF:15 pts6 letters
Definition of Gimped
verb
- (of yarn, cord, thread, etc.) To wrap or wind (surround) with another length of yarn or wire in a tight spiral, often by means of a gimping machine, creating 'gimped yarn', etc. Also, generally, to wrap or twist with string or wire. See gimped.
- To notch or indent; to jag or make jagged; to edge with serrations or grooves.
adjective
- (of yarn, cord, thread, wire, etc.) Wrapped or wound tightly with a second length of yarn or wire in a tight spiral, often by means of a gimping machine, leaving the core yarn straight and protected (gimped yarn). Also, generally, wrapped or twisted with string or wire (gimped buttons).
- (of fabric, curtains, clothing, or similar) Adorned with gimp (decorative trim); edged or embroidered.
- Jagged, as a jagged or uneven edge or outline; notched, edged with serrations or grooves; nicked, dented.
- Crippled, injured; damaged as to awkwardly impede function.
- Modified by means of the GIMP image editor.
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