INCUMBRANCE
hindrance, hinderance, hitch, preventive, preventative, encumbrance, incumbrance, interference
(noun) any obstruction that impedes or is burdensome
burden, load, encumbrance, incumbrance, onus
(noun) an onerous or difficult concern; “the burden of responsibility”; “that’s a load off my mind”
encumbrance, incumbrance
(noun) a charge against property (as a lien or mortgage)
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Noun
incumbrance (countable and uncountable, plural incumbrances)
A burden; a thing that must be carried.
(legal) an interest, right, burden, or liability attached to a title of land, such as a lien or mortgage.
(legal) One who is dependent on another.
Synonyms
• encumbrance
Source: Wiktionary
In*cum"brance, n. Etym: [See Encumbrance.] [Written also
encumbrance.]
1. A burdensome and troublesome load; anything that impedes motion or
action, or renders it difficult or laborious; clog; impediment;
hindrance; check. Cowper.
2. (Law)
Definition: A burden or charge upon property; a claim or lien upon an
estate, which may diminish its value.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition