encumbrance

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encumbrance — noun

1. something that makes it difficult to do or move something

1.名詞
釋義

something that makes it difficult to do or move something

例句

The heavy backpack was an encumbrance during the hike.

2. a legal claim on property, such as a mortgage

2.名詞
釋義

a legal claim on property, such as a mortgage

例句

The house was sold free of any encumbrances.