Hobble ( verb , noun )

(As a verb)

Hobble ( verb )

1. To walk in an awkward way, typically because of pain or injury.
2. To restrict the movement or activity of.
3. To tie the legs of (a horse) together with a hobble to prevent it from straying.

Origin:

Late 16th century (as a noun denoting a rope or strap for hobbling horses): of unknown origin.

Examples:

1. She hobbled along on crutches after breaking her ankle.
2. The government's new regulations will hobble small businesses.
3. The horses were hobbled so they couldn't run away.
4. He hobbled to the car with a limp.
5. He was hobbled by his lack of experience in the field.

(As a noun)

Hobble ( noun )

1. To walk in an awkward way, typically because of pain or injury.
2. To restrict the movement or activity of.
3. To tie the legs of (a horse) together with a hobble to prevent it from straying.

Origin:

Late 16th century (as a noun denoting a rope or strap for hobbling horses): of unknown origin.

Examples:

1. She hobbled along on crutches after breaking her ankle.
2. The government's new regulations will hobble small businesses.
3. The horses were hobbled so they couldn't run away.
4. He hobbled to the car with a limp.
5. He was hobbled by his lack of experience in the field.