Dictionary Check: handicap

"handicap" is a valid word!

Scrabble 16 points
Words with Friends 18 points

Definition

noun

the condition of being unable to perform as a consequence of physical or mental unfitness

Example: "reading disability"
noun

advantage given to a competitor to equalize chances of winning

noun

something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress

verb

injure permanently

Example: "He was disabled in a car accident"
verb

attempt to forecast the winner (especially in a horse race) and assign odds for or against a contestant

verb

put at a disadvantage

Example: "The brace I have to wear is hindering my movements"
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