The meaning of Hidebound and additional information.

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

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

Hidebound(a.) Untractable; bigoted; obstinately and blindly or stupidly conservative.