hobble

[ˈhɑːbəl]

hobble Definition

  • 1to walk in an awkward way, usually because the feet or legs are injured
  • 2to restrict or impede the movement or progress of something or someone

Using hobble: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "hobble" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He hobbled around on crutches for weeks after breaking his leg.

  • Example

    The company's growth was hobbled by a lack of investment.

  • Example

    The team's chances of winning were hobbled by injuries to key players.

hobble Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for hobble

Phrases with hobble

  • a skirt that is narrow at the ankles, making it difficult to walk quickly or freely

    Example

    In the early 20th century, hobble skirts were a popular fashion trend among women.

  • an awkward or clumsy young person, especially a teenage boy

    Example

    He was a tall, lanky hobbledehoy who always seemed to be tripping over his own feet.

  • hobble-bobble

    a game in which players try to knock each other off balance by pushing or pulling on a rope

    Example

    The children played hobble-bobble in the park, laughing and shouting as they tried to stay on their feet.

Origins of hobble

from Middle English 'hoblen', meaning 'to rock back and forth'

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Summary: hobble in Brief

The verb 'hobble' [ˈhɑːbəl] refers to walking awkwardly due to injury or restricting or impeding the movement or progress of something or someone. It can be used literally, as in 'He hobbled around on crutches for weeks after breaking his leg,' or figuratively, as in 'The company's growth was hobbled by a lack of investment.' 'Hobble' also appears in phrases like 'hobble skirt,' a narrow skirt that makes walking difficult, and 'hobbledehoy,' an awkward or clumsy young person.