Answer: hobbles

AnswerCrossword Clue
HOBBLESRope fetters.
hobblesWalk in an awkward way, typically because of pain from an injury
hobblesProceed haltingly in action or speech
hobblesHOBBLE, to limp (to walk lamely)
hobblesBe or cause a problem for
hobblesCause (a person or animal) to limp
hobblesTie or strap together (the legs of a horse or other animal) to prevent it from straying