incumbrance

Other forms: incumbrances

Definitions of incumbrance

1. noun

   any obstruction that impedes or is burdensome
   synonyms: encumbrance, hinderance, hindrance, hitch, interference, preventative, preventive

   types:

   clog

   any object that acts as a hindrance or obstruction

   speed bump

   a hindrance to speeding created by a crosswise ridge in the surface of a roadway

   type of:

   impediment, impedimenta, obstructer, obstruction, obstructor

   any structure that makes progress difficult
2. noun

   an onerous or difficult concern
   synonyms: burden, encumbrance, load, onus

   types:

   dead weight

   an oppressive encumbrance

   fardel

   a burden (figuratively in the form of a bundle)

   imposition

   an uncalled-for burden

   pill

   something unpleasant or offensive that must be tolerated or endured

   type of:

   concern, headache, vexation, worry

   something or someone that causes anxiety; a source of unhappiness
3. noun

   a charge against property (as a lien or mortgage)
   synonyms: encumbrance

   type of:

   charge

   financial liabilities (such as a tax)