HANDICAP
(noun, verb)
There are 6 meanings of the word
Handicap.
Definitions
Handicap - as a noun
The condition of being unable to perform as a consequence of physical or mental unfitness
Example: "Reading disability"
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- bandy leg
- bandyleg
- bow leg
- bowleg
- genu varum
- tibia vara
- anorgasmia
- dysphasia
- disability of walking
- astasia
- amputation
- hearing disorder
- hearing impairment
- dysomia
- vision defect
- visual defect
- visual disorder
- visual impairment
- descensus
- prolapse
- prolapsus
- hypesthesia
- hypoesthesia
- genu valgum
- knock-knee
- tibia valga
- pigeon toes
- bandy legs
- bow leg
- bow legs
- disintegration
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Advantage given to a competitor to equalize chances of winning
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Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress
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Handicap - as a verb
Injure permanently
Example: "He was disabled in a car accident"
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Attempt to forecast the winner (especially in a horse race) and assign odds for or against a contestant
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."
Word Game Points
Is HANDICAP a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, handicap is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
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 WordHANDICAP has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.
Is HANDICAP a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, handicap is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordHANDICAP has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.
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