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  2. /handicapped

handicapped

UK/'hændɪkæpt/US/'hændikæpt/
A2

Definitions

adj.

Having a condition that restricts ability; (now dated) disabled

处于不利地位的;(现已过时)残疾的

Root Breakdown

Native English
handicaproot
+
-edpast tense / completed
=handicapped

handicap + -ed. As a term for disability it is now considered dated; 'disabled' is preferred. See handicap.

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The building was redesigned to be accessible to all, not just handicapped by stairs.

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