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Rarehobble
The correct spelling is hobble.
How to pronounce hobble
/ˈhɒbəl/
nounIPA: /ˈhɒbəl/
Say it like: Hob-ble
The correct spelling is hobble. (chiefly in the plural) One of the short straps tied between the legs of unfenced horses, allowing them to wander short distances but preventing them from running off.
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Meanings
noun
- 1.(chiefly in the plural) One of the short straps tied between the legs of unfenced horses, allowing them to wander short distances but preventing them from running off.
- 2.An unsteady, off-balance step.
- 3.A difficult situation; a scrape.
- 4.An odd job; a piece of casual work.
verb
- 1.To fetter by tying the legs; to restrict (a horse) with hobbles.
- 2.To walk lame, or unevenly.
- 3.To move roughly or irregularly.
- 4.To perplex; to embarrass.
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