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Meaning of unhobbling
The primary meaning of "unhobbling" refers to the act of removing a hobble, which is a device used to restrain an animal, typically a horse, by tying its legs together, thus freeing the animal from restraint.
Etymology of unhobbling
The word "unhobbling" originates from the verb "hobble," which dates back to the 14th century, derived from the Middle English word "hobelen," meaning "to walk with a hobble" or "to limp."
The prefix "un-" is added to "hobble" to form "unhobbling," indicating the removal or reversal of the restraint.
Synonyms
freeing
liberating
releasing
unshackling
unfettering
unchaining
unbinding
loosening
untying
unleashing
unmooring
disconnecting
detaching
separating
parting
dividing
severing
cutting
unfastening
opening
unblocking
unclogging
clearing
facilitating
enabling
empowering
allowing
permitting
authorizing
sanctioning
approving
endorsing
supporting
aiding
assisting
helping
succoring
relieving
alleviating
mitigating
easing
soothing
calming
tranquilizing
pacifying
quieting
stilling
silencing
muffling
damping
deadening
numbing
dulling
blunting
softening
moderating
tempering
checking
restraining
curbing
controlling
regulating
governing
directing
guiding
steering
managing
conducting
leading
heading
commanding
ruling
dominating
overpowering
overwhelming
conquering
subduing
vanquishing
defeating
beating
conquering
overcoming
surpassing
exceeding
transcending
Definitions
- To remove a hobble from an animal, especially a horse, allowing it to move freely.
- * To free someone or something from a restriction or constraint.
Usage Examples
- The farmer began unhobbling the horse, preparing it for the long ride ahead.
- * The new policy aims to unhobble small businesses by reducing bureaucratic red tape.
Antonyms
hindering
obstructing
blocking
impeding
restraining
restricting
limiting
constraining
confining
shackling
chaining
binding
tying
fastening
securing
locking
bolting
barring
stopping
halting
arresting
detaining
imprisoning
incarcerating
confining
trapping
snaring
entangling
ensnaring
entwining
fettering
manacing
handcuffing
pinioning
shackling
chaining
binding
trussing
restraining
constraining
limiting
curbing
checking
controlling
regulating
governing
dominating
overpowering
overwhelming