#1 hindrance n. [hinderance, deterrent, impediment, balk, baulk, check, handicap] something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress. wn
#2 hindrance n. [hinderance, hitch, preventive, preventative, encumbrance, incumbrance, interference] any obstruction that impedes or is burdensome. wn
#3 hindrance n. [hinderance, interference] the act of hindering or obstructing or impeding. wn
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