hurdle

IPA: hˈɝdʌɫ

(athletics, equestrianism) An artificial barrier, variously constructed, over which athletes or horses jump in a race.
(figuratively) An obstacle, real or perceived, physical or abstract.
A movable frame of wattled twigs, osiers, or withes and stakes, or sometimes of iron, used for enclosing land, for folding sheep and cattle, for gates, etc.; also, in fortification, used as revetments, and for other purposes.
(UK, historical) A sled or crate on which criminals were drawn to the place of execution.
A surname.
(T-flapping) Misspelling of hurtle. [(countable) An act of colliding with or hitting; a collision.]

Examples of "hurdle" in Sentences

The athlete faced a difficult hurdle during the race, but managed to jump over it with ease
Overcoming the financial hurdle of student loans can be a major challenge for recent graduates
She had to overcome several hurdles before finally landing her dream job
The team encountered an unexpected hurdle in the project timeline, but they worked together to find a solution
Despite facing many obstacles, he was determined to overcome every hurdle in his path to success