1. walking unevenly because of an injured or stiff leg or foot
Usage: present participle of ‘limp’

1. weak, damaged, or not working properly
Usage: often used figuratively

1. the act of walking with an uneven gait due to injury or stiffness

Examples

• The injured player was limping off the field.
• She’s been limping since she twisted her ankle yesterday.
• The old dog was limping slowly across the yard.
• The company’s limping sales figures worried investors.
• His limping excuse didn’t convince anyone.
• The limping of the horse indicated a possible injury.
• After the accident, her limping became more noticeable.