jimp

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adj

noun

A notch on the spine of a knife blade to increase grip, usually in sets of three or more (jimping).
Such a notch elsewhere on the knife (handle scales, liner lock, choil) for the same purpose (grippiness).

jimp jimper jimpest jimps

Of unknown origin.

slender handsome spruce elegant

gimp

jimply jimpness jimpy

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