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  1. 1. n. That which encumbers; a burden which impedes action, or renders it difficult and laborious; a clog; an impediment. See Incumbrance. Source: opted
  2. 2. n. Same as Incumbrance. Source: opted
  3. 3. n. an onerous or difficult concern Source: wordnet
  4. 4. n. a charge against property (as a lien or mortgage) Source: wordnet
  5. 5. n. any obstruction that impedes or is burdensome Source: wordnet
  6. 6. 1. That which encumbers; a burden which impedes action, or renders it difficult and laborious; a clog; an impediment. See Incumbrance. 2. (Law) Same as Incumbrance. Syn. -- Burden; clog; impediment; check; hindrance. Source: webster
  7. 7. n:100 n. a charge against property (as a lien or mortgage) Source: ecdict

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