English dictionary
handicap
nounPronunciation
ˈhændɪkæp
Parts of speech
Definitions
noun
- advantage given to a competitor to equalize chances of winning
noun
- something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress
noun
- the condition of being unable to perform as a consequence of physical or mental unfitness
verb
- injure permanently
verb
- put at a disadvantage
verb
- attempt to forecast the winner (especially in a horse race) and assign odds for or against a contestant
Example sentences
reading disability
hearing impairment
He was disabled in a car accident
The brace I have to wear is hindering my movements