hamper

/ˈham-pər/

Middle English

verb

  1. to restrict the movement of by bonds or obstacles : impede

  2. to interfere with the operation of : disrupt

  3. to moderate or limit the effect or full exercise of : curb, restrain

pitching … violently in the seaway, hampered by her heavy tow

radio communications hampered by static

hamper trammel clog fetter shackle manacle mean to hinder or impede in moving, progressing, or acting. hamper may imply the effect of any impeding or restraining influence. trammel suggests entangling by or confining within a net.

noun

  1. a large basket usually with a cover for packing, storing, or transporting articles (such as food or laundry)

noun

  1. matter or weight (such as spars or rigging) in the upper part of a ship

  2. unnecessary cumbersome matter