Australian English Meaning of hamper

hamper

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Definitions and Meaning of hamper in English

Wordnet

hamper (n)

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

a basket usually with a cover

Wordnet

hamper (v)

prevent the progress or free movement of

put at a disadvantage

Webster

hamper (n.)

A large basket, usually with a cover, used for the packing and carrying of articles; as, a hamper of wine; a clothes hamper; an oyster hamper, which contains two bushels.

A shackle; a fetter; anything which impedes.

Articles ordinarily indispensable, but in the way at certain times.

Webster

hamper (v. t.)

To put in a hamper.

To put a hamper or fetter on; to shackle; to insnare; to inveigle; hence, to impede in motion or progress; to embarrass; to encumber.

FAQs About the word hamper

hamper

a restraint that confines or restricts freedom (especially something used to tie down or restrain a prisoner), a basket usually with a cover, prevent the progre

embarrass,hinder,impede,obstruct,block,clog,constrain,cramp,delay,disrupt

aid,Assist,facilitate,help,open,clear,encourage,free,liberate,loosen

hamous => Hamous, hamose => hamos, hammy => hammy, hammurapi => Hammurabi, hammurabi => Hammurabi,