IPA: /ˈhɒb.əl/
KK: /ˈhɑbəl/
intransitive verb
Definition: To walk in a way that is unsteady or difficult, often because of an injury or pain.
Example: After twisting his ankle, he had to hobble to the car.
noun
Definition: A device used to restrict the movement of an animal, or a way of walking that is unsteady or awkward.
Example: The farmer used a hobble to keep the horse from running away.
transitive verb
Definition: To make someone or something walk with difficulty, often because of injury or a device that restricts movement.
Example: The injury caused him to hobble down the street.