진행이나 활동을 가로막는 방해물 또는 장애.
A hindrance or obstruction that prevents or delays progress or action.
예문:
"The lack of funding proved to be a major impediment to the research project."
"Bureaucratic red tape is often a significant impediment to small business growth."
말을 하거나 신체 활동을 하는 데 어려움을 주는 신체적 결함.
A physical condition, especially a speech defect, that makes it difficult to speak or perform certain actions.
예문:
"Despite a slight speech impediment, he became a confident and persuasive public speaker."
"The therapist worked with the child to overcome his vocal impediment."
혼인이나 계약 체결 등을 법적으로 불가능하게 만드는 사유.
A legal or religious objection or circumstance that prevents a marriage from being validly contracted.
예문:
"The lawyer checked for any legal impediment that might invalidate the union."
"In some jurisdictions, being under the age of consent is considered a diriment impediment to marriage."