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Hobble

Yes, hobble is a valid Scrabble word. It has 6 letters and is worth 13 points in Scrabble.

What does hobble mean?

noun

  1. a shackle for the ankles or feet
  2. the uneven manner of walking that results from an injured leg

verb

  1. walk impeded by some physical limitation or injury The old woman hobbles down to the store every day
  2. hamper the action or progress of The chairman was hobbled by the all-powerful dean
  3. 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 hobble race horses

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for hobble

Word facts

Letters6
Vowels / consonants2 / 4
Scrabble points13
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonLess common

Anagrams of hobble

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters HOBBLE.

Words you can make from hobble

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Frequently asked questions

Is hobble a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Hobble is in the ENABLE word list used by many word games, so it is generally playable in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

How many points is hobble worth in Scrabble?

Hobble is worth 13 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does hobble mean?

Hobble means: a shackle for the ankles or feet.