Pronunciation: /ˌɪmpɪˈdɪməntə/
noun baggage or other things that retard one's progress
A1 The heavy backpack was filled with impedimenta like books and snacks.
A2 Traveling with too much impedimenta can make it difficult to move around easily.
B1 The hiker struggled to carry all of his impedimenta up the steep mountain trail.
B2 Before boarding the plane, passengers were asked to check their impedimenta to avoid delays.
C1 The explorer's team carefully packed only the essential impedimenta for their journey into the unknown.
C2 The musician's tour manager was responsible for handling all of the band's musical equipment and other impedimenta during the tour.
formal The traveler packed all of his impedimenta before embarking on the journey.
informal I always have trouble fitting all of my impedimenta into my suitcase when I travel.
slang I can't believe how much impedimenta she brings with her wherever she goes.
figurative Emotional baggage can be just as heavy as physical impedimenta when starting a new relationship.
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