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hamper

noun verb

a basket usually with a cover

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Word Facts

Word length
6
Starts with
H
Ends with
R
Contains
AM
Scrabble score
13

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noun

  1. a basket usually with a cover

noun

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

verb

  1. prevent the progress or free movement of

    “He was hampered in his efforts by the bad weather”

verb

  1. put at a disadvantage

    “The brace I have to wear is hindering my movements”

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Example Sentences

He was hampered in his efforts by the bad weather
the imperialist nation wanted to strangle the free trade between the two small countries
The brace I have to wear is hindering my movements

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