Definition of Blinder
Blinder
blind·er
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
figuratively, something that poses an obstruction or limitation to one's ability to see or discern things (often used as "blinders");
e.g. He hoped to approach the task with no blinders so that he would be able to examine its full impact.
(noun)
each of the two flaps on the sides of a horse's bridle that prevent it from seeing objects in its surroundings so that it doesn't get distracted (usually used as "blinders");
e.g. The horse was fitted with blinders so that he wouldn't get distracted while he was being trained.
(adjective)
more blind than before or than someone/something else, less able to see due to disease or injury;
e.g. The old woman had become blinder over the years and could barely read anymore.
(adjective)
figuratively more blind, more lacking in awareness, less able to clearly perceive or judge things;
e.g. As they grew richer, they became blinder to the struggles faced by common people.
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