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hindrance

/hɪndrəns/ noun · British & US
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What does hindrance mean?

noun

A thing that hinders or obstructs; an obstacle or impediment. A person or thing that causes delay or difficulty.

Example

"The traffic jam was a major hindrance to our journey."

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