hinderance Meaning, Definition & Usage

1. noun something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress
   balk; handicap; baulk; check; impediment; hindrance; deterrent.
   
2. noun any obstruction that impedes or is burdensome
   incumbrance; preventative; encumbrance; interference; hitch; hindrance; preventive.
   
3. noun the act of hindering or obstructing or impeding
   interference; hindrance.
   

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