1. (of a horse) having a hoof condition in which the hoof is contracted or too rigid, causing lameness or discomfort
Usage: veterinary/equestrian term; typically used in the context of horse health and farriery

Examples

• The veterinarian diagnosed the mare as hoofbound after examining her gait.
• A hoofbound horse may show signs of lameness or reluctance to move.
• The farrier worked to correct the hoofbound condition by carefully trimming and shoeing the hoof.
• Hoofbound feet can develop if a horse's hooves are not properly maintained.
• The trainer noticed the stallion was hoofbound and called in a specialist.