im·pair·ment | \ im-ˈper-mənt 
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\ plural impairments
Definition of impairment
: the act of impairing something or the state or condition of being impaired : diminishment or loss of function or ability
… it does not help reverse the impairment of cognitive activity caused by diazepam …— Corby Kummer Trichloroethylene has been classified by EPA as a probable human carcinogen, although its primary effect is impairment of the central nervous system. — Chemical & Engineering News Persons with hearing impairments can now get information about local parks and their facilities by calling the recently installed TDD phone numbers within the Parks Department. — Maryland Magazine Studies show that roughly 11 percent of all kindergarteners have speech or language impairments … — The Springfield (Massachusetts) Union-News
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impairment
nounEnglish Language Learners Definition of impairment
: a condition in which a part of your body or mind is damaged and does not work well
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The first known use of impairment was in the 14th century
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