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hamper2

Pronunciation: /ˈhampə/
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Definition of hamper

verb

[with object]
  • hinder or impede the movement or progress of:their work is hampered by lack of funds

noun

[mass noun] Nautical
  • necessary but cumbersome equipment on a ship.

Origin:

late Middle English (in the sense 'shackle, entangle, catch'): perhaps related to German hemmen 'restrain'

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