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hindrance

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Noun

the act of hindering or obstructing or impeding

any obstruction that impedes or is burdensome

something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress

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Synonyms:
hinderance interference hitch preventive preventative encumbrance incumbrance deterrent impediment balk baulk check handicap

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hinderance hindrance
Words contain "hindrance" in its definition in English - English (Wordnet) dictionary:
speed bump in someone's way in the way hindrance drawback unobstructed impede interfere hinder clog

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