 encumbrance |
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| 1. | [ noun ] an onerous or difficult concern | |
| Synonyms: | burden load onus incumbrance | |
| Examples: | "the burden of responsibility" "that's a load off my mind" |
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| Related terms: | concern dead_weight fardel pill imposition charge | |
| 2. | [ noun ] (business) a charge against property (as a lien or mortgage) | |
| Synonyms: | incumbrance | |
| Related terms: | charge | |
| 3. | [ noun ] any obstruction that impedes or is burdensome | |
| Synonyms: | hitch preventive preventative incumbrance interference hindrance | |
| Related terms: | obstruction clog speed_bump impede | |
| Similar spelling: |
encumber encumbered |
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