hidebound
adjective
- having the hide tight over the bone and muscle structure of the body, as an emaciated cow
- obstinately conservative and narrow-minded
See hidebound in American Heritage Dictionary 4
(hīdˈboundˌ)
adjective- Stubbornly prejudiced, narrow-minded, or inflexible.
- Having abnormally dry, stiff skin that adheres closely to the underlying flesh. Used of domestic animals such as cattle.
- Having the bark so contracted and unyielding as to hinder growth. Used of trees.
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