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impediment

The correct spelling is impediment.

How to pronounce impediment

/ɪmˈpɛdɪmənt/
noun

IPA: /ɪmˈpɛdɪmənt/

Say it like: Imp-edi-men-t

The correct spelling is impediment. A hindrance; that which impedes or obstructs progress. For example: "Working in a noisy factory left me with a slight hearing impediment."

Usage Examples

Working in a noisy factory left me with a slight hearing impediment.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.A hindrance; that which impedes or obstructs progress.
  2. 2.A disability, especially one affecting the hearing or speech.
  3. 3.(chiefly in the plural) Baggage, especially that of an army; impedimenta.

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