The Clue
Impedes (7 letter answer)
The Answer
RETARDS
Tags
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"