Definition of Encumber
Encumber
en·cum·ber
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
to burden or restrict someone and weigh them down such that their movements or actions are restricted;
e.g. He packed his backpack with few things so that it wouldn't encumber him with its weight.
(verb)
to hamper or impede something or someone in their activity or functioning;
e.g. She tried not to encumber them with too many confusing details.
(verb)
to place a burden, such as a loan, on some entity in the form of a legal claim;
e.g. His actions encumber his family with his debts.
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