encumber
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/ɪnˈkʌmbər/
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/ɪnˈkʌmbə(r)/
to make it hard for someone to do something by causing problems or delays
The new regulations encumber the process of starting a small business.
新しい規制は、中小企業を始めるプロセスを困難にします。
to make it hard for someone to move because they are carrying something heavy or large
The hikers were encumbered by their heavy backpacks.
ハイカーたちは重いバックパックに妨げられていた。