verb
encumber
Encumber (verb) means to load down something with a burden.
verb
1
To load down something with a burden.
2
To restrict or block something with a hindrance or impediment.
3
To burden with a legal claim or other obligation.
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Etymology
From Middle English encombren, from Old French encombrer, from en- + combrer (“to hinder”) (See cumber). By surface analysis, en- + cumber.
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What is the meaning of encumber?
"encumber" (verb) means to load down something with a burden.
What are the different meanings of encumber?
"encumber" has 3 main meanings: 1. To load down something with a burden; 2. To restrict or block something with a hindrance or impediment; 3. To burden with a legal claim or other obligation.