Main Entry:

dis·abil·i·ty

Pronunciation:

\ˌdis-ə-ˈbi-lə-tē\

Function:

noun

Date:

1557

1 a: the condition of being disabled b: inability to pursue an occupation because of a physical or mental impairment ; also : a program providing financial support to one affected by disability <went on disability after the injury>2: lack of legal qualification to do something3: a disqualification, restriction, or disadvantage