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interfere with

phrasal verb

Definition of interfere with

1 : to stop or slow (something) : to make (something) slower or more difficult

The drug might interfere with a child's physical development.

All of the noise was interfering with my concentration.

2 British : to touch (a child) in a sexual and improper way

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: to interpose in a way that hinders or impedes : come into collision or be in opposition
: to strike one foot against the opposite foot or ankle in walking or running
: to enter into or take a part in the concerns of others

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