Meaning of the word lame in English
What does lame mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
lame
US /leɪm/
UK /leɪm/
Adjective
1.
(especially of an animal) unable to walk without difficulty as the result of an injury or illness affecting the leg or foot.
Example:
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his horse went lame
Synonym:
2.
(of something intended to be entertaining) uninspiring and dull.
Example:
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I found the program pretty lame and not very informative
Verb
1.
make (a person or animal) lame.
Example:
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somebody lamed him with a stone
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