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 something
3 : a disqualification, restriction, or disadvantage