Vocabulary Entry

crutch

|noun • verb

noun

A support used by a person who is unable to walk properly, typically consisting of a pole with a padded top and a hand grip.

Example Sentences

"After his leg was injured, he used a crutch to help him walk."

"She leaned on her crutch as she moved slowly across the room."

"In the hospital, many patients were seen using crutches for rehabilitation."

verb

Example Sentences

"He had to crutch his friend through a tough time after the breakup."

"The organization aims to crutch those in need with various services."

"She felt she was crutching her team by not pulling her weight."