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Noun

a restraint that confines or restricts freedom (especially something used to tie down or restrain a prisoner)

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a basket usually with a cover

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prevent the progress or free movement of; "He was hampered in his efforts by the bad weather"; "the imperialist nation wanted to strangle the free trade between the two small countries"

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

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