Definition
Definition of handicapping - Reverso English Dictionary
Adjective
1.
difficultycausing a disadvantage or hindrance
- The handicapping rules made the game more challenging.
2.
handicap assignmentTECH. related to assigning handicapsTECH.
- The handicapping system in golf ensures fair competition.
Noun
1.
sportsTECH. the act of assigning advantages or disadvantages in a contestTECH.
- Handicapping helps make the race fair for all runners.
2.
gamblingTECH. the process of predicting outcomes and setting odds for bettingTECH.
- He made a living through handicapping at the racetrack.
Origin of handicapping
English, handicap (disadvantage) + -ing (suffix)
Examples of handicapping in a sentence
Her handicapping injury didn't stop her from competing. Handicapping rules vary between sports. The handicapping process can be complex. Accurate handicapping is crucial in golf tournaments with players of different skill levels. The club’s new handicapping system adjusts scores based on course difficulty. Her handicapping of the fighters impressed the bookie with its accuracy.
The newsletter specializes in handicapping, offering odds and picks for weekend games.
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- French:handicapant, handicap, ...
- German:erschwerend, Vorgabe, ...
- Italian:penalizzante, handicap, ...
- Spanish:desventajoso, asignación de hándicap, ...
- Portuguese:desvantajoso, handicap, ...
- Chinese:不利的, 让分制, ...
- Japanese:不利な, ハンデ付け, ...
- Arabic:مُعِيق, هانْدِكاب, ...
- Hebrew:מַנְמִיךְ, קְבִיעַת נְכוּת, ...
- Russian:ограничивающий, гандикап, ...
- Ukrainian:ускладнюючий, надання гандікапу, ...
- Hindi:बाधक, हैंडीकैपिंग, ...
Definition of handicap - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
competitiondisadvantage in a competition to equalize chances
- The horse race was a handicap to level the field.
2.
conditionDated physical or mental disabilityDated
- Accessibility is crucial for people with a handicap..
Verb
1.
sportsgive someone a disadvantage to make competition fair
- The race was handicapped to give everyone a fair chance.
2.
obstaclecreate a disadvantage for someone or something
- The injury handicapped the athlete in the competition.
3.
bettingTECH. UK estimate betting odds for a contestTECH. UK
- He handicapped the horse race before placing his bets.
Expressions with handicap
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extra weight added to make a competition more fair
The horse carried a weight handicap in the race.
bet on weaker competitor given a head start
He placed a handicap bet on the underdog team.
reduced mental capacity affecting daily functioning
His mental handicap made learning new tasks challenging.
condition limiting physical abilities or functions
He overcame his physical handicap to become a successful athlete.
problem with seeing things clearly
She uses glasses due to her visual handicap.
Origin of handicap
Old French, handecap (a game of chance)
Examples of handicap in a sentence
A handicap was applied to the chess match to balance skills. He was born with a handicap. Her handicap didn't stop her from succeeding. The tournament was handicapped to level the playing field. They handicapped the match to ensure a balanced competition. The new rules handicapped smaller businesses.
Her lack of experience handicapped her job prospects. She handicapped the football game with surprising accuracy. They handicapped the tournament to predict the winner.
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- French:handicap, handicaper, ...
- German:Handicap, handicapen, ...
- Italian:handicap, handicapare, ...
- Spanish:desventaja, compensar, ...
- Portuguese:handicap, equilibrar, ...
- Chinese:障碍, 设定让步, ...
- Japanese:ハンデ戦, ハンディキャップを付ける, ...
- Arabic:عائِق, أَعَاقَ, ...
- Hebrew:חִיסָּרוֹן, לָתֵת פּוֹר, ...
- Russian:гандикап, давать гандикап, ...
- Ukrainian:гандикап, згандикапувати, ...
- Hindi:हैंडीकैप, हैंडीकैप देना, ...
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