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noun (n)

• a charge against property (as a lien or mortgage)(noun.possession)

  Synonym:
  encumbrance
  

  source: wordnet30
• an onerous or difficult concern(noun.cognition)

  Synonym:
  burden, encumbrance, load, onus
  

  source: wordnet30
• any obstruction that impedes or is burdensome(noun.artifact)

  Synonym:
  encumbrance, hinderance, hindrance, hitch, interference, preventative, preventive
  

  source: wordnet30
• A burdensome and troublesome load; anything that impedes motion or action, or renders it difficult or laborious; clog; impediment; hindrance; check.(noun)

  source: webster1913