English dictionary

encumbrance

/E/n'k/@/mbr/@/ns/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

an onerous or difficult concern

noun.cognition

Synonyms burden incumbrance load onus

Source: WordNet 3.0
a charge against property (as a lien or mortgage)

noun.possession

Synonyms incumbrance

Source: WordNet 3.0
any obstruction that impedes or is burdensome

noun.artifact

Synonyms hinderance hindrance hitch incumbrance interference preventative preventive

Source: WordNet 3.0
That which encumbers; a burden which impedes action, or renders it difficult and laborious; a clog; an impediment. See <u>Incumbrance</u>.

noun

Source: webster1913