Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hamper
verb
/ˈhæmpər/

Definition
To hinder or obstruct the movement or progress of something.

Examples
- Heavy rain can hamper the rescue efforts.
- He was hampered by his lack of experience.

Meaning
Hamper refers to the act of making it difficult for someone or something to do something.

Synonyms
- obstruct
- impede
- interfere
- restrict