Hobble

Hobble

noun: a shackle for the ankles or feet

Verb:  to move along unsteadily or with difficulty; especially : to limp along

From Beloved

Tired of holding his head up, he lets his chin rest on the collar and speculates on how he can hobble over to the grate, boil a little water and throw in a handful of meal (227).

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