hinder (adj.)

  1. located at or near the back of an animal; back (or hind) legs; the hinder part of a carcass

    [ Syn: back , hind ]

    hinder (v.)

  1. be a hindrance or obstacle to; She is impeding the progress of our project

    [ Syn: impede ]

  2. hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of; His brother blocked him at every turn

    [ Syn: obstruct , blockade , block , stymie , stymy , embarrass ]

  3. put at a disadvantage; The brace I have to wear is hindering my movements

    [ Syn: handicap , hamper ]

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