Associations to the word «Encumber»

Wiktionary

ENCUMBER, verb. (transitive) to load down something with a burden
ENCUMBER, verb. (transitive) to restrict or block something with a hindrance or impediment
ENCUMBER, verb. (transitive) to add a legal claim or other obligation

Dictionary definition

ENCUMBER, verb. Hold back.

Wise words

However many holy words you read, however many you speak, what good will they do you if you do not act on upon them?
Buddha