noun
gimp
A decorative cord or braid used as trimming.
Gold gimp adds a decorative border to the cushion.
Etymology
Gimp is associated with French guimpe, a garment or piece of neckwear. The English textile sense developed around ornamental thread or braid used to finish and decorate clothing.
More examples
- She sews narrow gimp around the lampshade.
- The upholsterer uses gimp to hide the staples.
- We choose matching gimp for the curtain edges.
Forms
gimp · gimps