Impingement
/ɪmˈpɪnd͡ʒmənt/Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounThe act of impinging.
Sentence Examples
We shall not tolerate an impingement on human rights.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The ____ of the new building on the sunlight caused the garden to suffer.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
Shoulder ____ is a common condition that occurs when the tendons are compressed in the joint.
Word Origin & History
Etymology tree English impinge Proto-Indo-European *-mn̥ Proto-Indo-European *-mn̥tom Proto-Italic *-mentom Latin -mentum Old French -mentbor. Middle English -ment English -ment English impingement From impinge + -ment.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The ____ of the new building on the sunlight caused the garden to suffer.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
Shoulder ____ is a common condition that occurs when the tendons are compressed in the joint.