Meaning of the word lame in English

What does lame mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

lame

US /leɪm/
UK /leɪm/

Adjective

1.

(of a person or animal) unable to walk normally because of an injury or disability to the leg or foot

Example:
The horse went lame after the race.
He has a slightly lame leg from an old injury.
2.

(informal) unconvincing or unsatisfactory

Example:
That's a pretty lame excuse.
The party was really lame, so we left early.
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