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crutching

/krʌtʃɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does crutching mean?

verb

to move or walk with a limp, often due to a recent injury or strain, or to lean on one leg more than the other, typically as a result of a weakness or pain in the other leg.

Example

"After twisting her ankle, she had to crutch it for a few days before it healed."

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