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单词 impede
释义 im·pede
\ə̇mˈpēd\ transitive verb
(-ed/-ing/-s)
Etymology: Latin impedire, from in- in- (II) + -pedire (from ped-, pes foot) — more at foot
: to interfere with or get in the way of the progress of
 < storms impeded the vessels — American Guide Series: North Carolina >
 < are further impeded in our work by financial stringency — C.A.Robinson >
: hold up : block
 < the departure was impeded by heavy rain >
 < his progress was impeded by sickness and poverty >
: detract from
 < no heavy weight of fable impedes the reader's enjoyment — Elizabeth Janeway >
Synonyms: see hinder
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