CRIPPLED

Scrabble

WWF

C(3) R(1) I(1) P(3) P(3) L(1) E(1) D(2)

NWL/TWL ✓ Collins ✓ WWF ✓

Definition

verb

To make someone a cripple; to cause someone to become physically impaired
“The car bomb crippled five passers-by.”
To damage seriously; to destroy
“My ambitions were crippled by a lack of money.”
To release a product (especially a computer program) with reduced functionality, in some cases, making the item essentially worthless.
“The word processor was released in a crippled demonstration version that did not allow you to save.”
To nerf something which is overpowered

adjective

(usually offensive) Having a less than fully functional limb, or injuries which prevent full mobility.
(usually offensive) Having any difficulty or impediment which can be likened to a crippling injury.