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incumbrance

noun

any obstruction that impedes or is burdensome

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Word length
11
Starts with
I
Ends with
E
Contains
NC
Scrabble score
19
Database source
OEWN 2025 Core

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Pronunciation

ɪnˈkʌm.bɹənts

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Definitions

noun

  1. any obstruction that impedes or is burdensome

noun

  1. an onerous or difficult concern

    “the burden of responsibility”

noun

  1. a charge against property (as a lien or mortgage)

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Example Sentences

the burden of responsibility
that's a load off my mind

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