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GIMPS is worth 10 Scrabble points before board bonuses.

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GIMPS is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).

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GIMPS

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GIMPS is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 10 points. GIMPS is a noun form of gimp. GIMP means "tapelike trimming of silk, wool, or cotton, often stiffened with wire".

Meaning & examples

noun

A narrow ornamental fabric or braid of silk, wool, or cotton, often stiffened with metallic wire or coarse cord running through it, used as trimming for dresses, curtains, furniture, etc. Also guimpe.
Any coarse or reinforced thread, such as a glazed thread employed in lacemaking to outline designs, or silk thread used as a fishing leader, protected from the bite of fish by a wrapping of fine wire.
The plastic cord used in the plaiting and knotting craft Scoubidou (lanyard making); or, the process itself.

Synonyms: ambition, pep, spirit, vigor

verb

(of yarn, cord, thread, etc.) To wrap or wind (surround) with another length of yarn or wire in a tight spiral, often by means of a gimping machine, creating 'gimped yarn', etc. Also, generally, to wrap or twist with string or wire. See gimped.
To notch or indent; to jag or make jagged; to edge with serrations or grooves.

noun

A person who is lame due to a crippling of the legs or feet.
A crippled leg.
A limp or a limping gait.

Synonyms: cripple, disabled, dork, dweeb, geek, gump, nerd, spod

verb

To limp; to hobble.
To make underpowered; to limit or restrict the useful effects of.

Synonyms: nerf

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Definition and meaning

GIMPS is a noun form of gimp. GIMP means "tapelike trimming of silk, wool, or cotton, often stiffened with wire".

In a sentence: "The gimps is noted."

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GIMPS Scrabble FAQ

Is GIMPS a Scrabble word?: GIMPS is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 10 points.
What does GIMPS mean?: GIMPS is a noun form of gimp. GIMP means "tapelike trimming of silk, wool, or cotton, often stiffened with wire".
How do you use GIMPS in a sentence?: In a sentence: "The gimps is noted."
How many points is GIMPS worth in Scrabble?: GIMPS is worth 10 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept GIMPS?: GIMPS is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).

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