Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

crip

noun
krɪp
Definition
A term often used to refer to a person who has a physical disability, especially one that affects their mobility.
Examples
  • After his accident, he became a crip, but he learned to adapt and live life to the fullest.
  • The documentary highlighted the challenges faced by crips in society.
Meaning
The word can also refer to the Crips, a street gang based in Los Angeles, known for their rivalry with the Bloods.
Synonyms
  • disabled
  • handicapped
  • impaired