encumbrance

noun

1. an onerous or difficult concern

Similar word(s): burden, incumbrance, load, onus

Definition categories: thought, concern, headache, vexation, worry

2. a charge against property (as a lien or mortgage)

Similar word(s): incumbrance

Definition categories: possession, charge

3. any obstruction that impedes or is burdensome

Similar word(s): hinderance, hindrance, hitch, incumbrance, interference, preventative, preventive

Definition categories: man–made, impediment, impedimenta, obstructer, obstruction, obstructor