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Definition hamper in American English

hamper verb

[transitive] verb
/ˈhæmpər/
1

to prevent something from happening or progressing normally

Example

The search was hampered by heavy snowfall.

Synonyms and related words
cut into shut off kill
2

to limit someone's freedom to move

Synonyms and related words
limit tie down control
Definition hamper in American English