Word Meaning

hidebound definition and meaning

a. Having the skin adhering so closely to the ribs and back as not to be easily loosened or raised; -- said of an animal.
a. Having the bark so close and constricting that it impedes the growth; -- said of trees.
a. Untractable; bigoted; obstinately and blindly or stupidly conservative.
a. Niggardly; penurious.

Crossword clues for hidebound

- Blinkered
- Rigidly conventional
- Unwilling to change one's behaviour