hamper
/hˈæmpɝ/
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Definitions
Noun
a restraint that confines or restricts freedom (especially something used to tie down or restrain a prisoner)
Noun
a basket usually with a cover
Verb
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"
Verb
put at a disadvantage; "The brace I have to wear is hindering my movements"
More General Terms
basket
bound
confine
constraint
disadvantage
disfavor
disfavour
handbasket
limit
restrain
restraint
restrict
throttle
trammel
More Specific Terms
ball and chain
chains
clothes basket
clothes hamper
cuff
fetter
food hamper
handcuff
handlock
hobble
irons
laundry basket
manacle
voider