About The Word Incumbrance

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Incumbrance

Incumbrance Meaning & Definition
Incumbrance Definition And Meaning

What's The Definition Of Incumbrance?

[n] any obstruction that impedes or is burdensome
[n] an onerous or difficult concern; "the burden of responsibility"; "that's a load off my mind"
[n] a charge against property (as a lien or mortgage)

Synonyms | Synonyms for Incumbrance: burden | encumbrance | encumbrance | encumbrance | hindrance | hitch | interference | load | onus | preventative | preventive

Related Terms | Find terms related to Incumbrance:

See Also | charge | clog | concern | dead weight | fardel | headache | impediment | impedimenta | imposition | obstructer | obstruction | obstructor | speed bump | vexation | worry

Incumbrance In Webster's Dictionary

\In*cum"brance\, n. [See {Encumbrance}.] [Written also {encumbrance}.] 1. A burdensome and troublesome load; anything that impedes motion or action, or renders it difficult or laborious; clog; impediment; hindrance; check. --Cowper. 2. (Law) A burden or charge upon property; a claim or lien upon an estate, which may diminish its value.

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