Added 9 October 2026
encumbrance
/ɪnˈkʌm.bɹəns/ noun
noun Definition from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University. Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about encumbrance at Wordnik → Where our words come from →
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An onerous or difficult concern.
the burden of responsibility
- A charge against property (as a lien or mortgage).
- Any obstruction that impedes or is burdensome.
Origin
From Middle English encombraunce, from Old French encombrance, from encombrer.
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