Meaning Of Hidebound

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Having the skin adhering so closely to the ribs and back as not to be easily loosened or raised; -- said of an animal.

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Having the bark so close and constricting that it impedes the growth; -- said of trees.

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Untractable; bigoted; obstinately and blindly or stupidly conservative.

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Niggardly; penurious.