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handicap - Dictionary definition and meaning for handicap

HANDICAP

  • (noun) advantage given to a competitor to equalize chances of winning

  • (noun) something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress

    synonyms : balk , baulk , check , deterrent , hinderance , hindrance , impediment

    his very inconsiderate actions were becoming a great balk for the launch of our product. -added by diviya_inlas

  • (noun) the condition of being unable to perform as a consequence of physical or mental unfitness

    "reading disability", "hearing impairment"

    synonyms : disability , disablement , impairment

  • (verb) injure permanently

    "He was disabled in a car accident"

    synonyms : disable , incapacitate , invalid

  • (verb) put at a disadvantage

    "The brace I have to wear is hindering my movements"

    synonyms : hamper , hinder

  • (verb) attempt to forecast the winner (especially in a horse race) and assign odds for or against a contestant

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