crutch
1. [ noun ] a wooden or metal staff that fits under the armpit and reaches to the ground; used by disabled person while walking
Related terms: staff
2. [ noun ] anything that serves as an expedient
Examples:

"he uses drugs as a psychological crutch"

Related terms: expedient
Similar spelling:   Crutcher
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  critical
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