Definition of Handicap
Handicap
Hand·i·cap
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
A physical or mental disability that limits a person's ability.
e.g. The athlete's handicap did not prevent her from winning the competition.
(verb)
to place at a disadvantage or to disable;
e.g. The swimmer was handicapped by his arm injury.
(verb)
to act as an impediment to something;
e.g. Lack of funding has handicapped my chance to run as a candidate in this election.
(noun)
(sometimes offensive) a condition that restricts or impedes a person's ability to function, either physically, mentally, or socially;
e.g. As a result of the terrible car accident, she suffers from many physical handicaps.
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