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HOBBLE

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Hobble.

How to pronounce hobble:

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Hobble - as a noun

A shackle for the ankles or feet

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fetter

The uneven manner of walking that results from an injured leg

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hitchlimp

Hobble - as a verb

Walk impeded by some physical limitation or injury

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

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gimphitchlimp

Hamper the action or progress of

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

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 (Exact Relations)
hopple

Example Sentences

"He hobbles around on crutches after injuring his leg."
"The old horse hobbles slowly across the field."
"She hobbles with a slight limp due to her arthritis."
"The injured athlete was forced to hobble off the field."
"The dog's leg was hurt, and it started to hobble."
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Word Game Points

Is HOBBLE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, hobble is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

HOBBLE has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is HOBBLE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, hobble is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
HOBBLE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is HOBBLE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, hobble is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
HOBBLE has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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