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Hobble
/ˈhɒbəl/
(chiefly in the plural) One of the short straps tied between the legs of unfenced horses, allowing them to wander short distances but preventing them from running off.
📖 Definitions of "Hobble"
noun
- 1
(chiefly in the plural) One of the short straps tied between the legs of unfenced horses, allowing them to wander short distances but preventing them from running off.
- 2
An unsteady, off-balance step.
- 3
A difficult situation; a scrape.
- 4
An odd job; a piece of casual work.
verb
- 1
To fetter by tying the legs; to restrict (a horse) with hobbles.
- 2
To walk lame, or unevenly.
- 3
To move roughly or irregularly.
- 4
To perplex; to embarrass.
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