That word existed well before Pulp Fiction. From Dictionary.com: >> Usually Disparaging and Offensive. a term used to refer to a person who limps or is lame.

That word existed well before Pulp Fiction. From Dictionary.com: >> Usually Disparaging and Offensive. a term used to refer to a person who limps or is lame. >> Origin >> An Americanism dating back to 1920-25; origin uncertain >> Usage note >> When describing someone who is lame, gimp is used with disparaging intent and perceived as insulting. But within the disability community, it is sometimes a term of self-reference.