'Incumbrance' definitions:

Definition of 'incumbrance'

noun

A charge against property (as a lien or mortgage) [syn: encumbrance, incumbrance]

noun

An onerous or difficult concern; "the burden of responsibility"; "that's a load off my mind" [syn: burden, load, encumbrance, incumbrance, onus]

noun

Any obstruction that impedes or is burdensome [syn: hindrance, hinderance, hitch, preventive, preventative, encumbrance, incumbrance, interference]

From: GCIDE

Incumbrance \In*cum"brance\, n. [See Encumbrance.] [Written also encumbrance.] [1913 Webster]
1. A burdensome and troublesome load; anything that impedes motion or action, or renders it difficult or laborious; clog; impediment; hindrance; check. --Cowper. [1913 Webster]
2. (Law) A burden or charge upon property; a claim or lien upon an estate, which may diminish its value. [1913 Webster]