handicaps
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Is handicaps a Scrabble word?
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- Scrabble US/Canada (OTCWL) Yes
- Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) Yes
- Wordle No
- Words With Friends Yes
What is the meaning of handicaps?
Definition
noun (English)
1. the condition of being unable to perform as a consequence of physical or mental unfitnessExamples: "reading disability"; "hearing impairment"Synonyms: disability, disablement, handicap, impairment
2. advantage given to a competitor to equalize chances of winningSynonyms: handicap
3. something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progressSynonyms: balk, baulk, check, deterrent, handicap, hinderance, hindrance, impediment
verb (English)
1. injure permanentlyExamples: "He was disabled in a car accident"Synonyms: disable, handicap, incapacitate, invalid
2. attempt to forecast the winner (especially in a horse race) and assign odds for or against a contestantSynonyms: handicap
3. put at a disadvantageExamples: "The brace I have to wear is hindering my movements"Synonyms: hamper, handicap, hinder
Definition source: Wiktionary