• TrackinDaKraken@lemmy.world
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    10 hours ago

    gimp /gĭmp/
    noun
    A narrow flat braid or rounded cord of fabric used for trimming.
    A limp or a limping gait.
    A person who limps.

    I suppose the association with limping is a bit unfortunate. Although GIMP is an acronym.

    The fact that a particular sub-culture has its own slang meaning for the word is irrelevant.

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      No it’s not. It’s very relevant - it’s the reason I’ve never recommended the software to anyone outside of close friends.