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HANDICAP

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Handicap.

Handicap - as a noun

Advantage given to a competitor to equalize chances of winning

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
advantagevantage
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
balkbaulkcheckdeterrenthinderancehindranceimpediment
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
difficultnessdifficulty
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Handicap - as a verb

Injure permanently

Example: "He was disabled in a car accident"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
disableincapacitateinvalid
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
injurewound
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

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

Put at a disadvantage

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

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hamperhinder

Example Sentences

"He has a physical handicap that makes it difficult for him to walk."
"She was born with a hearing handicap and requires the use of hearing aids."
"Children with intellectual handicaps may require special education services."
"The new building has ramps and elevators to accommodate individuals with mobility handicaps."
"He received a handicap parking permit due to his limited mobility."
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Word Game Points

Is HANDICAP a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, handicap is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

HANDICAP has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is HANDICAP a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, handicap is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
HANDICAP has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is HANDICAP a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, handicap is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
HANDICAP has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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