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hamper

 

[ ˈhæmpər ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

in a kitchen

A hamper is a large container with a lid, used for storing dirty laundry.

Synonyms

basket, bin, container

Examples of usage

  • She put the dirty clothes in the hamper.
  • The hamper was overflowing with dirty socks and shirts.
Context #2 | Verb

to hinder

To hamper means to hinder or impede the progress or movement of something.

Synonyms

hinder, impede, obstruct

Examples of usage

  • The bad weather hampered our plans for a picnic.
  • The heavy traffic hampered her commute to work.

Translations

Translations of the word "hamper" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cesta

🇮🇳 बाधा डालना

🇩🇪 behindern

🇮🇩 menghambat

🇺🇦 перешкоджати

🇵🇱 utrudniać

🇯🇵 妨げる

🇫🇷 entraver

🇪🇸 obstaculizar

🇹🇷 engellemek

🇰🇷 방해하다

🇸🇦 يعيق

🇨🇿 překážet

🇸🇰 prekážať

🇨🇳 妨碍

🇸🇮 ovirati

🇮🇸 tálma

🇰🇿 кедергі келтіру

🇬🇪 შეფერხება

🇦🇿 maneə törətmək

🇲🇽 obstaculizar

Etymology

The word 'hamper' originated in the late 14th century from the Old French word 'hanapier', which means a large basket for holding cups or goblets. Over time, the meaning evolved to include a container for storing laundry or hindering progress. The word has roots in both French and Middle English.

See also: unhampered.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,334, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.