lame

B2
Pronunciation
/leɪm/
/leɪm/
Noun
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

A stupid or undesirable person.

2 Definition

A lamina; a thin layer or plate of material, as in certain kinds of armor.

3 Definition

(in the plural) A set of joined overlapping metal plates.

Verb
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

To cause (a person or animal) to become lame.

Example Sentences
  • 1877, Anna Sewell, Black Beauty: And if you don't want to lame your horse you must look sharp and get them [stones stuck in hooves] out quickly.
2 Definition

To shine.

Adjective
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

Unable to walk properly because of a problem with one's feet or legs.

2 Definition

Moving with pain or difficulty on account of injury, defect or temporary obstruction of a function.

Example Sentences
  • a lame leg, arm or muscle
3 Definition

(by extension) Hobbling; limping; inefficient; imperfect.

4 Definition

Unconvincing or unbelievable.

Example Sentences
  • He had a really lame excuse for missing the birthday party.
5 Definition

Failing to be cool, funny, interesting or relevant.

Example Sentences
  • He kept telling these extremely lame jokes all night.