hamper (verb) – to restrict the movement or progress of something or someone; impede

(Pronounced ham-per)

To remember the definition of the word hamper (verb), use the following mnemonic:

The amount of ham each person (hamper) ate restricted our progress.

Examples of hamper (verb) in a sentence

This traffic is definitely going to hamper our trip to the seaside. 

The stormy weather will hamper rescue efforts in the wilderness.

Even though I would like to go on holiday with my friends, my lack of funds is going to hamper my plans.