Meaning of the word hobbling in English
What does hobbling mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
hobbling
US /ˈhɑb.lɪŋ/
UK /ˈhɒb.lɪŋ/
Verb
1.
to walk with difficulty because of injury or disability
Example:
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He was hobbling along on crutches after his accident.
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The old man was hobbling slowly down the street.
2.
to restrict the movement of a horse or other animal by tying its legs together
Example:
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The rancher had to hobble the wild horse to prevent it from running away.
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They used ropes to hobble the cattle during branding.
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