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The Clue

Impedes (7 letter answer)

The Answer

RETARDS

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Notes

The answer RETARDS is so rare that it appears less than once every 2500 puzzles.

Related Clues

Encumbers
Holds back
Slows down

Definition

RETARD as a noun:

1. (idiot, imbecile, cretin, moron, changeling, half-wit, retard) = a person of subnormal intelligence

RETARD as a verb:

1. (check, retard, delay) = slow the growth or development of; "The brain damage will retard the child's language development"
2. cause to move more slowly or operate at a slower rate; "This drug will retard your heart rate"
3. be delayed
4. (decelerate, slow, slow down, slow up, retard) = lose velocity; move more slowly; "The car decelerated"