Gimme

A colloquial and often informal contraction of "give me," primarily used to express a request or demand for something. It implies a directness and can sometimes come across as demanding, especially depending on context and tone. 'Gimme' is used in a wide variety of social situations. It can signify a craving for something, a desire for assistance, or a straightforward request. Its perceived formality will differ widely, from very common to more aggressive.

Gimme meaning with examples

• "Gimme that remote!" Mark yelled from the couch, his eyes glued to the television. He wanted to change the channel as fast as possible and had no desire for politeness. His sudden outburst startled his friend. He used 'gimme' to express his immediate desire.
• Little Timmy, with a tear-stained face, reached out and whimpered, "Gimme my teddy!" His small voice emphasized the urgency of his request for comfort. His mom quickly handed it to him, knowing a quick response would calm him down, as 'gimme' was used to show a basic need.
• At the bakery, the customer pointed at a chocolate croissant and said, "Gimme one of those, please." The baker smiled and understood the request. 'Gimme', in this case, was more like a fast, colloquial request that was completely acceptable in this setting. It implied a direct, but friendly, order.
• The hungry hiker, after hours on the trail, stumbled into the campsite and, without a word, held out his canteen and croaked, "Gimme water!" He was exhausted and barely capable of speech. The use of 'gimme' here indicated the desperation to have something to drink. It was a command.