limp wrist

[limp rist]

noun

Slang: Disparaging and Offensive.

1. a contemptuous term used to refer to an effeminate man, especially a gay man.

Word History and Origins

Origin of limp wrist¹

First recorded in 1960–65

Example Sentences

Until he grew much older, he was never known to pick up a restaurant check, suffering what a friend called “limp wrist syndrome.”

From Literature

For a long time, everyone in D.C. seemed to be looking over his shoulder, seeking signals, codes and clues — a “slight mince”; a “jelly hand shake”; a “limp wrist” or just overzealous grooming.

From New York Times

I sang two rancheras with them, before Limp Wrist.

From Los Angeles Times

Limp Wrist performed with two other punk bands and this trio mariachi called La Victoria.

From Los Angeles Times

Enrique’s mom said, her voice trailing off as she gestured with a limp wrist.

From Los Angeles Times