self-handicap
nounEtymology From self- + handicap.
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Human sciences, Psychology, Sciences The act of one who self-handicaps, or an obstacle thus introduced.
self-handicap
verbEtymology From self- + handicap.
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Human sciences, Psychology, Sciences To avoid making an effort, or to introduce deliberate obstacles to one's success, so as to prevent potential failure from hurting one's self-esteem.