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Hindrance
01
the act of stopping or slowing down something
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Plural form
hindrances
Examples
The hindrance of free speech can harm democracy.
02
a person or thing that gets in the way or obstructs movement
Examples
The large suitcase was a hindrance in the crowded airport.
03
something that makes it difficult to do something or slows progress
Examples
The lack of funds was a major hindrance to the project.
