hinderer
|hin-der-er|
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/ˈhɪndərər/
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/ˈhɪndərə/
(hinder)
obstructing progress
Etymology
Etymology Information
'hinderer' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'hindrian,' where 'hindrian' meant 'to keep back or delay.'
Historical Evolution
'hindrian' transformed into the Middle English word 'hinderen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'hinderer.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to keep back or delay,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a person or thing that obstructs or delays progress.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person or thing that obstructs or delays progress.
The heavy traffic was a major hinderer to our timely arrival.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45