Meaning Of The Word Burden

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burden
countable noun: A burden is a heavy load that is difficult to carry.
countable noun: If you describe a problem or a responsibility as a burden, you mean that it causes someone a lot of difficulty, worry, or hard work.

burden in American English 1
anything that is carried; load
noun: that which is carried; load
transitive verb: to load heavily

burden in American English 2
a bass accompaniment in music
noun: the main point, message, or idea

burden in British English 1
to put or impose a burden on; load
noun: something that is carried; load

burden in British English 2
noun: a line of words recurring at the end of each verse of a ballad or similar song; chorus or refrain

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