hamper

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hamper Definition

• (n) a restraint that confines or restricts freedom (especially something used to tie down or restrain a prisoner)
• (n) a basket usually with a cover
• (v) prevent the progress or free movement of; "He was hampered in his efforts by the bad weather"; "the imperilist nation wanted to strangle the free trade between the two small countries"
• (v) put at a disadvantage; "The brace I have to wear is hindering my movements"

hamper Synonyms

• bond
• cramp
• halter
• hamper
• handicap
• hinder
• shackle
• strangle
• trammel
• trammels