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HOBBLING

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Hobbling.

Hobbling - as a noun

A shackle for the ankles or feet

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fetter9

The uneven manner of walking that results from an injured leg

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hitch13limp8

Hobbling - 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)
gimp9hitch13limp8

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)
hopple13

Example Sentences

"He walked with a hobbling gait due to his injured leg."
"The old dog moved in a hobbling manner."
"The hobbling ship struggled to stay afloat in the stormy seas."
"She continued her hobbling journey, despite the pain in her feet."
"The hobbling man relied on his crutches to move around."
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Word Game Points

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

HOBBLING has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is HOBBLING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, hobbling is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
HOBBLING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.

Is HOBBLING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, hobbling is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
HOBBLING has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.

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