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HANDICAPPING

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There are 6 meanings of the word Handicapping.

Handicapping - as a noun

Advantage given to a competitor to equalize chances of winning

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
advantage14vantage11
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
balk10baulk11check16deterrent10hinderance16hindrance15impediment17
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
difficultnessdifficulty22
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Handicapping - as a verb

Injure permanently

Example: "He was disabled in a car accident"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
disable10incapacitate18invalid11
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
injure13wound9
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Attempt to forecast the winner (especially in a horse race) and assign odds for or against a contestant

Put at a disadvantage

Example: "The brace i have to wear is hindering my movements"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hamper13hinder10

Example Sentences

"The handicapping system considers various factors to determine the likelihood of success for each competitor."
"Many professional gamblers rely on handicapping to make informed betting decisions."
"The handicapping process involves analyzing past performance, speed figures, and jockey statistics."
"He became known for his accurate handicapping predictions in the world of sports."
"The handicapping industry has seen significant growth with the rise of online sports betting."
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Word Game Points

Is HANDICAPPING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, handicapping is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

HANDICAPPING has a SCRABBLE points total of 23.

Is HANDICAPPING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, handicapping is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
HANDICAPPING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 28.

Is HANDICAPPING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, handicapping is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
HANDICAPPING has a WORDFEUD points total of 27.

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