hog-tie
verb
ˈhäg-\
Definition of hog-tie
1 : to tie together the feet of
2 : to make helpless : stymie hog-tie scientific progress
Synonyms & Antonyms for hog-tie
Synonyms
clog, cramp, embarrass, encumber, fetter, hamper, handcuff, handicap, hinder, hobble, hold back, hold up, impede, inhibit, interfere (with), manacle, obstruct, shackle, stymie, tie up, trammel
Antonyms
aid, assist, facilitate, help
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