1. a flat trimming made of silk, wool, or other cord, sometimes stiffened with wire, for garments or furniture
2. a limp or limping gait
Usage: informal

1. to walk with a limp
Usage: informal

Examples

• The curtains were decorated with gold gimp along the edges.
• She added colorful gimp to the lampshade for decoration.
• After the injury, he walked with a slight gimp.
• The old dog began to gimp across the yard.
• The upholstery featured intricate gimp work around the seams.
• He tried not to gimp too noticeably on his sore ankle.