English dictionary

handicap

/'h/&/nd/i/,k/&/p/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

the condition of being unable to perform as a consequence of physical or mental unfitness

noun.state

Synonyms disability disablement impairment

Source: WordNet 3.0
advantage given to a competitor to equalize chances of winning

noun.attribute

Source: WordNet 3.0
something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress

noun.cognition

Synonyms balk baulk check deterrent hinderance hindrance impediment

Source: WordNet 3.0
An allowance of a certain amount of time or distance in starting, granted in a race to the competitor possessing inferior advantages; or an additional weight or other hindrance imposed upon the one possessing superior advantages, in order to equalize, as much as possible, the chances of success; as, the <i>handicap</i> was five seconds, or ten pounds, and the like.

noun

Source: webster1913

injure permanently

verb.body

Synonyms disable incapacitate invalid

Source: WordNet 3.0
attempt to forecast the winner (especially in a horse race) and assign odds for or against a contestant

verb.competition

Source: WordNet 3.0
put at a disadvantage

verb.competition

Synonyms hamper hinder

Source: WordNet 3.0
To encumber with a handicap in any contest; hence, in general, to place at disadvantage; as, the candidate was heavily <i>handicapped</i>.

verb

Source: webster1913