The GIMP name controversy, explained
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GIMP was named after a character in Pulp Fiction. More than 20 years later, the name remains controversial and could be holding back the project.
  • Mint@lemmy.one
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    2 years ago

    Gimp is a slur for people with physical disabilities in the UK at least

    • Liz@midwest.socialEnglish
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      2 years ago

      It’s kinda a slur in the US in the sense that people claim it’s a slur, but I’ve never heard anyone actually use it that way.