Handicap Definition & Meaning

handicap
noun
  1. the condition of being unable to perform as a consequence of physical or mental unfitness; "reading disability"; "hearing impairment"
  2. advantage given to a competitor to equalize chances of winning
  3. something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress
verb
  1. injure permanently; "He was disabled in a car accident"
  2. attempt to forecast the winner (especially in a horse race) and assign odds for or against a contestant
  3. put at a disadvantage; "The brace I have to wear is hindering my movements"

Synonyms for handicap

deterrent adj

tending to deter; "the deterrent effects of high prices" something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or

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disability noun

the condition of being unable to perform as a consequence of physical or mental unfitness; "reading disability

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disable verb

make unable to perform a certain action; "disable this command on your computer" injure permanently

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disablement noun

the condition of being unable to perform as a consequence of physical or mental unfitness; "reading disability

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disadvantage noun

the quality of having an inferior or less favorable position put at a disadvantage; hinder, harm

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hamper noun

a restraint that confines or restricts freedom (especially something used to tie down or restrain a prisoner) a basket

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hinder adj

located at or near the back of an animal; "back (or hind) legs

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hindrance noun

something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress any obstruction that impedes or is burdensome

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impairment noun

the occurrence of a change for the worse a symptom of reduced quality or strength the condition of being unable to

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impediment noun

something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress any structure that makes progress difficult

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"Handicap" in song lyrics

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  • "when I plan my rap you be left handicap"
    Blahzay Blahzay — Danger
  • "It took about a couple of weeks for me to get used to my new handicap"
    Jakki da MotaMouth — Positive Rap
  • "So I'm funkin' in front like the Handicap"
    Kokane f/ Above the Law, Tha Alkaholiks — All Bark No Bite

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Frequently asked questions

What does handicap mean?
the condition of being unable to perform as a consequence of physical or mental unfitness; "reading disability"; "hearing impairment" advantage given to a competitor to equalize chances of winning something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress injure permanently; "He was disabled in a car accident" attempt to forecast the winner (especially in a horse race) and assign odds for or against a contestant put at a disadvantage
What part of speech is handicap?
Handicap is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does handicap have?
Handicap has 6 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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