burden
US /ˈbɝː.dən/
UK /ˈbɝː.dən/
1.
a heavy load, especially one that is to be carried
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He carried the heavy burden on his back.
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The donkey was loaded with a large burden of firewood.
2.
a duty or responsibility that is difficult to bear
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The financial burden of caring for her elderly parents was immense.
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He felt the burden of leadership on his shoulders.
1.
to load heavily
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Don't burden yourself with too many tasks.
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The new regulations will burden small businesses.