What does "Hidebound" mean?

"Hidebound" is an adjective that means "conventional and outdated" or "stuck in one's ways." It can be used to describe something or someone that is resistant to change or new ideas, and is often used in a negative sense.

For example, you might say "He's so hidebound in his thinking that he can't see the benefits of modern technology" or "She's too hidebound to consider alternative solutions to her problems."

The word has been in use since the 17th century, and is derived from the Old English words "hid" (meaning "covered" or "concealed") and "bond" (meaning "binding" or "obligation"). Over time, the meaning of the word has shifted from "covered up" to "outdated" or "conventional."

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