Definition of hamper

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • hamper is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 13
  • hamper is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 13
  • hamper is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 14

Definition of hamper


  • prevent the progress or free movement of (verb)

    Examples

    1. He was hampered in his efforts by the bad weather

    Synonyms

    1. cramp
    2. halter
    3. strangle
  • a restraint that confines or restricts freedom (especially something used to tie down or restrain a prisoner) (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. bond
    2. shackle
    3. trammel
  • put at a disadvantage (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. handicap
    2. hinder
  • a basket usually with a cover (noun)

See definition of hamper in Merriam Webster