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Meaning of word cripple from English dictionary with examples, synonyms and antonyms.
cripple noun
Meaning : Someone who is unable to walk normally because of an injury or disability to the legs or back.
cripple verb
Meaning : Deprive of strength or efficiency. Make useless or worthless.
Example :
This measure crippled our efforts.
Their behavior stultified the boss's hard work.
Synonyms : stultify
Meaning : Deprive of the use of a limb, especially a leg.
Example :
The accident has crippled her for life.
Synonyms : lame
