encumbers; encumbered; encumbering
encumbers; encumbered; encumbering
Learner's definition of ENCUMBER
[+ object] somewhat formal
1
: to make (someone or something) hold or carry something heavy使负担沉重 —
usually used as (be) encumbered通常用作(be) encumbered —
often used figuratively常用作比喻 2
: to cause problems or difficulties for (someone or something)妨碍:阻碍;拖累 —
usually used as (be) encumbered通常用作(be) encumbered — encumbrance
/ɪnˈkʌmbrəns/ noun, plural encumbrances [count]