Synonyms for hobble

Synonyms for (noun) hobble

Synonyms: hobble, hitch, limp

Definition: the uneven manner of walking that results from an injured leg

Similar words: gait

Definition: a person's manner of walking


Synonyms: fetter, hobble

Definition: a shackle for the ankles or feet

Similar words: shackle, trammel, bond, hamper

Definition: a restraint that confines or restricts freedom (especially something used to tie down or restrain a prisoner)


Synonyms for (verb) hobble

Synonyms: hobble, hopple

Definition: 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

Usage: hobble race horses

Similar words: strap

Definition: tie with a strap


Synonyms: hobble, gimp, hitch, limp

Definition: walk impeded by some physical limitation or injury

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

Similar words: walk

Definition: use one's feet to advance; advance by steps

Usage: Walk, don't run!; We walked instead of driving; She walks with a slight limp; The patient cannot walk yet; Walk over to the cabinet


Synonyms: hobble

Definition: hamper the action or progress of

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

Similar words: hinder, impede

Definition: be a hindrance or obstacle to

Usage: She is impeding the progress of our project


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