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Obstacle, hindrance (7)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

barrier

I believe this clue is a double definition.

'obstacle' is the first definition.
(barrier is a kind of obstacle)

'hindrance' is the second definition.
(barrier is a kind of hindrance)

(Other definitions for barrier that I've seen before include "bar" , "Rear rib creating an obstacle" , "'Blockade, fence (7)'" , "Obstacle to movement" , "Structure preventing access" .)

I've seen this clue in the Sydney Morning Herald.
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