hampered
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/ˈhæmpərd/
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/ˈhæmpəd/
(hamper)
hinder or basket
Etymology
Etymology Information
'hamper' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'hamperen,' where 'hamper' meant 'to impede or obstruct.'
Historical Evolution
'hamperen' transformed into the modern English word 'hamper' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to impede or obstruct,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'hamper'.
The progress was hampered by the heavy rain.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41