Hobble Meaning

There are 5 meaning(s) for word Hobble

Meaning 1 : strap the foreleg and hind leg together on each side (of a horse) in order to keep the legs on the same side moving in unison

    Example : hobble race horses

    Synonyms : hopple
Meaning 2 : the uneven manner of walking that results from an injured leg

    Synonyms : hitch,  limp
Meaning 3 : walk impeded by some physical limitation or injury

    Example : The old woman hobbles down to the store every day

    Synonyms : gimp,  hitch,  limp
Meaning 4 : a shackle for the ankles or feet

    Synonyms : fetter
Meaning 5 : hamper the action or progress of

    Example : The chairman was hobbled by the all-powerful dean