What is the meaning of lame?

noun

  • Someone who doesn't understand what is going on.
  • A fabric interwoven with threads of metal.
    • usage: "she wore a gold lame dress"

verb

  • Deprive of the use of a limb, especially a leg.
    • usage: "The accident has crippled her for life"

adjective

  • Pathetically lacking in force or effectiveness.
    • usage: "a feeble excuse"; "a lame argument"
  • Disabled in the feet or legs.
    • usage: "a crippled soldier"; "a game leg"
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