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Definition of Encumber
1. Verb. Hold back.
Exact synonyms: Constrain, Cumber, Restrain
Generic synonyms: Bound, Confine, Limit, Restrain, Restrict, Throttle, Trammel
Specialized synonyms: Bridle, Curb, Clog
Derivative terms: Restrainer
Generic synonyms: Bound, Confine, Limit, Restrain, Restrict, Throttle, Trammel
Specialized synonyms: Bridle, Curb, Clog
Derivative terms: Restrainer
Definition of Encumber
1. v. t. To impede the motion or action of, as with a burden; to retard with something superfluous; to weigh down; to obstruct or embarrass; as, his movements were encumbered by his mantle; his mind is encumbered with useless learning.
Definition of Encumber
1. to hinder in action or movement [v -ED, -ING, -S]