Is “Hobbles” a Scrabble word?
Yes
HOBBLES
Valid in at least one Scrabble dictionary
Valid in these dictionaries
SOWPODS / CSW
Scrabble UK & International
TWL / NWL
Scrabble North America
Large English Dictionary
General English word list
Meaning of Hobbles
noun
1.(chiefly in the plural) One of the short straps tied between the legs of unfenced horses, allowing them to wander short distances but preventing them from running off.
2.An unsteady, off-balance step.
3.A difficult situation; a scrape.
Synonyms: tether
verb
1.To fetter by tying the legs; to restrict (a horse) with hobbles.
2.To walk lame, or unevenly.
3.To move roughly or irregularly.