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Gimpette
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a woman regarded as incompetent, foolish, or useless
Offensive
Slang
Grammatical Information
What is the origin of the term "gimpette" and how is it used?
Gimpette appeared in late 20th-century English as a derivative of gimp, formed by adding -ette to mark a female referent. The meaning is not separate from gimp itself: it carries the same idea of someone viewed as incompetent, foolish, or useless, with the suffix simply signaling that the target is a woman. The word does not describe a specific action or role; it functions purely as a personal insult, used to belittle or dismiss someone. It is informal, crude, and used only in hostile or mocking speech.
Examples
That gimpette spilled coffee all over the desk.
