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Uncommonimpediment
The correct spelling is impediment.
How to pronounce impediment
/ɪmˈpɛdɪmənt/
nounIPA: /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.A hindrance; that which impedes or obstructs progress.
- 2.A disability, especially one affecting the hearing or speech.
- 3.(chiefly in the plural) Baggage, especially that of an army; impedimenta.
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