hindrances
|hin-dran-ces|
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/ˈhɪndrənsɪz/
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/ˈhɪndrən(t)sɪz/
(hindrance)
obstacle
Etymology
Etymology Information
'hindrance' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'hindren,' where 'hindren' meant 'to hold back or delay.'
Historical Evolution
'hindren' transformed into the modern English word 'hindrance' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to hold back or delay,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
obstacles or barriers that impede progress or movement.
The heavy traffic was one of the main hindrances to reaching the airport on time.
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Last updated: 2025/02/14 17:51