Encumber

  • 131clog — I. noun Etymology: Middle English clogge short thick piece of wood Date: 14th century 1. a. a weight attached especially to an animal to hinder motion b. something that shackles or impedes ; encumbrance 1 2. a shoe, sandal, or overshoe having a… …

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  • 132hamper — I. transitive verb (hampered; hampering) Etymology: Middle English Date: 14th century 1. a. to restrict the movement of by bonds or obstacles ; impede b. to interfere with the operation of ; disrupt 2 …

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