n.
Pronunciation: ˌ dis- ə - ' bi-l ə -t ē
Function: noun
Date: 1557
1 a : the condition of being disabled b : inability to pursue an occupation because of a physical or mental impairment also : a program providing financial support to one affected by disability <went on disability after the injury>
2 : lack of legal qualification to do something
3 : a disqualification, restriction, or disadvantage