impeded

We have found lemma(root) word of impeded : impede.

Definitions


[ɪmˈpiːd], (Verb)

Definitions:
- delay or prevent (someone or something) by obstructing them; hinder
(e.g: the sap causes swelling which can impede breathing)


Phrases:

Origin:
late 16th century: from Latin impedire ‘shackle the feet of’, based on pes, ped- ‘foot’. Compare with impeach




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