Limp

Limp, n. (Ore Washing) A scraper for removing poor ore or refuse from the sieve.

Limp, a. [Cf. Icel. limpa limpness, weakness, and E. lap, n., lop, v. t. Cf. Limber, a.] 1. Flaccid; flabby, as flesh. Walton.

2. Lacking stiffness; flimsy; as, a limp cravat.

Limp, n. A halt; the act of limping.

Limp (lĭmp), v. i. [imp. & p. p. Limped (lĭmt; 215); p. pr. & vb. n. Limping.] [Cf. AS. lemphealt lame, OHG. limphen to limp, be weak; perh. akin to E. lame, or to limp, a √120.] To halt; to walk lamely. Also used figuratively. Shak.