Definitions

1. verb

to deprive (someone) of the use of a limb or limbs, especially through injury or disease

“The accident becrippled her left arm, leaving her unable to perform everyday tasks.”

2. verb

to render (something) less effective or useful

“The harsh weather becrippled the city’s infrastructure, causing widespread power outages.”

3. verb

to cause (something) to become disabled or unusable

“The software update becrippled the system, forcing the company to roll it back.”