handicapped — having a physical or mental disability that limits movement, senses, or activity
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: having a physical or mental disability that limits movement, senses, or activity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈhændɪkæpt/
Korean meaning: 신체적 또는 정신적 장애가 있는
Korean pronunciation: **핸**디캡트
Example Sentences
- The superhero was temporarily handicapped when his cape got stuck in the revolving door.
- All public buildings must provide handicapped access according to the law.
- My cooking skills are seriously handicapped by my inability to read recipes without my glasses.
handicapped
ADJECTIVE//ˈhændɪkæpt//
having a physical or mental disability that limits movement, senses, or activity
having a physical or mental disability that limits movement, senses, or activity
The heavy equipment became a handicap during the rescue mission in the mountains.
What first looked like a handicap eventually became part of his remarkable comeback story.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
원래 'hand in cap'이라는 게임에서 유래되었다. 17세기 영국에서 모자 안에 손을 넣어 동전을 교환하는 복권 게임이 있었고, 이후 말 경주에서 불리한 조건을 주는 것을 의미하게 되었다. 20세기에 들어서 장애를 뜻하게 되었지만, 현재는 더 배려깊은 표현들이 선호된다.
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📝Examples
“The superhero was temporarily handicapped when his cape got stuck in the revolving door.”
“All public buildings must provide handicapped access according to the law.”
“My cooking skills are seriously handicapped by my inability to read recipes without my glasses.”
“The term 'handicapped' is being replaced by 'person with disabilities' in modern usage.”
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