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Meaning & Definition of Hamper in English

English

Hamper

/hæmpər/

noun

1. A restraint that confines or restricts freedom (especially something used to tie down or restrain a prisoner)

synonym:
  • shackle,
  • bond,
  • hamper,
  • trammel

2. A basket usually with a cover

synonym:
  • hamper

verb

1. Prevent the progress or free movement of

  • "He was hampered in his efforts by the bad weather"
  • "The imperialist nation wanted to strangle the free trade between the two small countries"
synonym:
  • hamper,
  • halter,
  • cramp,
  • strangle

2. Put at a disadvantage

  • "The brace i have to wear is hindering my movements"
synonym:
  • handicap,
  • hinder,
  • hamper