encumbrance.
Something that encumbers; a burden that must be carried.
Meaning & usage
Something that encumbers; a burden that must be carried.
Alternative spelling of incumbrance (“in law: interest attached to a title; dependent”).
The state or condition of being encumbered.
Furniture or other large household item, especially when used or as waste.
Where this word comes from
From Middle English encombraunce, from Old French encombrance, from encombrer.
To apply an encumbrance to (property, etc.).
Where this word comes from
From Middle English encombraunce, from Old French encombrance, from encombrer.
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