English dictionary
encumber
/E/n'k/@/mb/@/r/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
verb
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hold back
Source: WordNet 3.0
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To impede the motion or action of, as with a burden; to retard with something superfluous; to weigh down; to obstruct or embarrass; as, his movements were <i>encumbered</i> by his mantle; his mind is <i>encumbered</i> with useless learning.
Source: webster1913