The difference between Close-minded and Hidebound
When used as adjectives, close-minded means unreceptive to new ideas or information, whereas hidebound means bound with the hide of an animal.
check bellow for the other definitions of Close-minded and Hidebound
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Close-minded as an adjective:
unreceptive to new ideas or information; not open to any agreement.
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Hidebound as an adjective:
Bound with the hide of an animal.
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Hidebound as an adjective (of a domestic animal):
Having the skin adhering so closely to the ribs and back as not to be easily loosened or raised; emaciated.
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Hidebound as an adjective (of trees):
Having the bark so close and constricting that it impedes the growth.
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Hidebound as an adjective (of a person):
Stubborn; narrow-minded; inflexible.
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Hidebound as an adjective (obsolete):
Niggardly; penurious; stingy.
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