Found 2 items, similar to encumbrance.
English → English (WordNet) Definition: encumbrance encumbrance n 1: an onerous or difficult concern; “the burden of responsibility”; “that's a load off my mind” [syn: burden, load, incumbrance, onus] 2: a charge against property (as a lien or mortgage) [syn: incumbrance] 3: any obstruction that impedes or is burdensome [syn: hindrance, hitch, preventive, preventative, incumbrance, interference]
English → English (gcide) Definition: encumbrance Incumbrance \In*cum"brance\, n. [See Encumbrance.] [Written also encumbrance.] [1913 Webster] 1. A burdensome and troublesome load; anything that impedes motion or action, or renders it difficult or laborious; clog; impediment; hindrance; check. --Cowper. [1913 Webster] 2. (Law) A burden or charge upon property; a claim or lien upon an estate, which may diminish its value. [1913 Webster]