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Webster 1913 Edition


Hindrance

Hin′drance

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Noun.
[See
Hinder
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Verb.
T.
]
1.
The act of hindering, or the state of being hindered.
2.
That which hinders; an impediment.
What various
hindrances
we meet.
Cowper.
Syn. – Impediment; obstruction; obstacle; difficulty; interruption; check; delay; restraint.

Definition 2024


hindrance

hindrance

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Noun

hindrance (plural hindrances)

  1. Something which hinders: something that holds back or causes problems with something else.
    High-heeled shoes may be fashionable, but they can also be a hindrance to walking.
  2. The state or act of hindering something
    Your hindrance of this process will not be tolerated.

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