Word Meaning

cripple definition and meaning

n. One who creeps, halts, or limps; one who has lost, or never had, the use of a limb or limbs; a lame person; hence, one who is partially disabled.
a. Lame; halting.
v. t. To deprive of the use of a limb, particularly of a leg or foot; to lame.
v. t. To deprive of strength, activity, or capability for service or use; to disable; to deprive of resources; as, to be financially crippled.

Crossword clues for cripple

- Damage seriously
- Disable