: a large basket usually with a cover for packing, storing, or transporting articles (such as food or laundry)
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Verb
The project was hampered by budget restraints.
Construction is hampering traffic on the highway.
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Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 28 July 2025
Maintain a safe distance from large vehicles - Trucks or buses can produce a water spray that hampers visibility.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 28 July 2025
Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 10 July 2025
The exclusive experience is available for Sapphire Reserve cardmembers and includes a three-night trip to London with accommodation at Claridges, access to the Chase Travel Court Club (which is set within the grounds and gives those part of the experience Fortnum & Mason hampers) and so much more.
—Rachel Dube, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
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Verb
Keep clear of puddles - Driving through puddles or low rainwater areas can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control
Maintain a safe distance from large vehicles - Trucks or buses can produce a water spray that hampers visibility.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 28 July 2025
Maintain a safe distance from large vehicles - Trucks or buses can produce a water spray that hampers visibility.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 28 July 2025
Noun
Also on sale: a space-saving laundry hamper designed to take up less space while holding more clothes and a set of stackable bathroom organizers.
—Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 10 July 2025
The exclusive experience is available for Sapphire Reserve cardmembers and includes a three-night trip to London with accommodation at Claridges, access to the Chase Travel Court Club (which is set within the grounds and gives those part of the experience Fortnum & Mason hampers) and so much more.
—Rachel Dube, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
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“Hamper.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hamper. Accessed 3 Aug. 2025.
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