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crip up

C1 slang inseparable both
In simple words

A rude, hurtful expression about disability. Do NOT use this expression.

Meanings

1 C1 idiomatic slang

OFFENSIVE SLANG — to disable or incapacitate someone or something. This expression is a slur and should never be used.

Grammar: inseparable
Usage notes

OFFENSIVE. Derived from a slur against people with physical disabilities. Should never be used. Learners should use 'disable', 'incapacitate', or 'seize up' instead.

Forms

Base
crip up
I/you/we/they
3rd person
crips up
he/she/it
Past simple
criped up
yesterday
Past participle
criped up
have + pp
-ing form
criping up
continuous

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