Lame Definition & Meaning
lame
- adjective
- pathetically lacking in force or effectiveness; "a feeble excuse"; "a lame argument"
- disabled in the feet or legs; "a crippled soldier"; "a game leg"
- noun
- someone who doesn't understand what is going on
- a fabric interwoven with threads of metal; "she wore a gold lame dress"
- verb
- deprive of the use of a limb, especially a leg; "The accident has crippled her for life"
"Lame" in song lyrics
See how lame is used in real songs:
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"If you don't know the game, then I gotta show the lame"
(2 Live Crew) — This is to Luke From the Posse -
"Tough guys in these videos are corny and lame"
The 49ers — Breath of Fresh Air -
"I don't have no weak mind so I don't fall for the lame"
504 Boyz — I Got You Girl
Words that rhyme with lame
Usage tips for "lame"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "lame" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for lame to find words that pair well.
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- What does lame mean?
- pathetically lacking in force or effectiveness; "a feeble excuse"; "a lame argument" disabled in the feet or legs; "a crippled soldier"; "a game leg" someone who doesn't understand what is going on a fabric interwoven with threads of metal; "she wore a gold lame dress" deprive of the use of a limb, especially a leg; "The accident has crippled her for life"
- What part of speech is lame?
- Lame is an adjective, a noun, and a verb.
- How many definitions does lame have?
- Lame has 5 definitions across 3 parts of speech (adjective, noun, verb).