Cripples

Cripples, as a noun, refers to individuals with physical disabilities that significantly impair mobility or bodily function.

As a verb, 'to cripple' means to cause severe damage to someone's ability to move, function, or thrive, either physically or metaphorically.

The term can have negative connotations and is often viewed as stigmatizing. .

Cripples meaning with examples

• In an effort to promote inclusivity, the organization provided resources for individuals labeled as 'cripples', emphasizing their capabilities rather than limitations.
• The war left many veterans as cripples, but they adapted their lives by embracing new technologies and resources available for mobility impairment.
• Legislation to improve accessibility was introduced to ensure that public spaces are free from barriers that often cripple those with mobility issues.
• Despite being considered cripples by societal standards, the athletes proved their resilience by achieving remarkable success in adaptive sports competitions.