English word origin

Etymology of gimme

Written form of a reduction of give me.

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Unnumbered source etymology

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contraction

Give me.

noun

That which is easy to perform or obtain, especially in sports. · A tap-in putt, usually a couple inches from the cup. · That which is simply given away for nothing; a freebie. · That which is certain; that which is sure to be the case.

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Written form of a reduction of give me.

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