释义 |
en·cum·brance \-brən(t)s also -bər-\ noun (-s) Etymology: Middle English encombraunce, from Old French encombrance, from encombrer + -ance 1. obsolete : the quality or state of being encumbered : perplexity, trouble 2. : something that encumbers : a burden that impedes action or renders it difficult : impediment 3. or in·cum·brance \“\ a. : a burden or charge upon property : a claim or lien upon an estate that may diminish its value; specifically : any interest or right in land existing to the diminution of the value of the fee but not preventing the passing of the fee by conveyance b. : a dependent person (as a child) |