handicapper en · NOUN
Pronunciation
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Etymology
From handicap + -er.
Meanings
- One who determines the conditions of a handicap.
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(Canada, US) A disabled person.
Most handicappers, young and old, face formidable economic obstacles which limit their ability to satisfy their housing needs.
1990, United States. Congress. House. Committee on Banking, Finance, and Urban Affairs. Subcommittee on Housing and Community Development, Manufactured housing construction and safety standards:
- A horse entered in a handicap race.
- A person who analyzes data such as statistics, trends, and situational factors in order to predict the outcome of and gain an advantage in betting on an event.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| handicappers | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Translations (1)
ga cisí (one who determines the conditions of a handicap)