hamper
ham per
- n a restraint that confines or restricts freedom (especially something used to tie down or restrain a prisoner)
- n a basket usually with a cover
- v prevent the progress or free movement of
He was hampered in his efforts by the bad weather - v put at a disadvantage
- The march of the unscrupulous power brokers in the education department is being hampered only by a proactive press.
- The much loved employee was given a grand send off along with a hamper that had been thoughtfully packed with a survival kit.
- The government will do all in its power to fight anything that hampers the growth of industry.