Hamper Definition & Meaning
hamper
- noun
- a restraint that confines or restricts freedom (especially something used to tie down or restrain a prisoner)
- 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"
- put at a disadvantage; "The brace I have to wear is hindering my movements"
"Hamper" in song lyrics
See how hamper is used in real songs:
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"My mind is filthier than a HAMPER"
Akinyele — Checkmate -
"Wake up in the morning got my clothes out the hamper"
Asher Roth — A Milli -
"I'll send em in your house, all up in your hamper"
Billy Cook f/ H.A.W.K., Meechie — Drama
Words that rhyme with hamper
Usage tips for "hamper"
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- What does hamper mean?
- 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 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" put at a disadvantage; "The brace I have to wear is hindering my movements"
- What part of speech is hamper?
- Hamper is a noun and a verb.
- How many definitions does hamper have?
- Hamper has 4 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).