claudicate

/kloʊˈdɪkeɪt/ or /klɔːdiˈkeɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to limp or walk unsteadily, typically due to injury or illness

“He had to claudicate after twisting his ankle during the game.”

2. noun

a limping or unsteady gait, typically due to injury or illness

“The doctor examined the patient’s claudication to determine the cause of her pain.”

Synonyms

  • hobble
  • limp
  • lurch

Antonyms

  • stride
  • walk