hurdles

(noun) a footrace in which contestants must negotiate a series of hurdles. Synonyms: hurdling, hurdle race.

(noun) a light movable barrier that competitors must leap over in certain races. Synonyms: hurdle.

(noun) an obstacle that you are expected to overcome. Synonyms: hurdle. Example: "The last hurdle before graduation."

(noun) the act of jumping over an obstacle. Synonyms: vault, hurdle.

(verb) jump a hurdle. Synonyms: hurdle.