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The definition of burden

5 Definitions of: burden

1. noun, something that is carried; load
2. noun, something that is exacting, oppressive, or difficult to bear. Related adjective onerous
3. noun, nautical a) the cargo capacity of a ship b) the weight of a ship's cargo
4. verb, to put or impose a burden on; load
5. verb, to weigh down; oppress
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1. noun, a line of words recurring at the end of each verse of a ballad or similar song; chorus or refrain
2. noun, the principal or recurrent theme of a speech, book, etc
3. noun, another word for bourdon
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Synonyms:	trouble, sorrow, affliction, care, worry, trial, weight, responsibility, stress, strain	And more...

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