Encumbrance

//ɪnˈkʌm.bɹəns//

"Encumbrance" in a Sentence (3 examples)

Since the temperature has warmed, my coat has become an encumbrance.

Tom thought an umbrella would be a needless encumbrance, which is why he's now soaking wet.

Some consideration was necessary to decide whether or not to leave his rifle there. On the return, carrying the girl and a pack, it would be added encumbrance[…]

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