Associations to the word «Encumber»

Wiktionary

ENCUMBER, verb. (transitive) to load down something with a burden
ENCUMBER, verb. (transitive) to restrict or block something with a hindrance or impediment
ENCUMBER, verb. (transitive) to add a legal claim or other obligation

Dictionary definition

ENCUMBER, verb. Hold back.

Wise words

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