Толковый словарь английского языка - hamper
Hamper
hamper
I. transitive verb (~ed; ~ing) Etymology: Middle English Date: 14th century 1. to restrict the movement of by bonds or obstacles ; impede , to interfere with the operation of ; disrupt , 2. curb , restrain , to interfere with ; encumber , Synonyms: see: ~ II. noun Etymology: Middle English ~, hanaper, literally, case to hold goblets, from Anglo-French hanaper, from hanap goblet, of Germanic origin; akin to Old English hnæpp bowl Date: 14th century a large basket usually with a cover for packing, storing, or transporting articles (as food or laundry)
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1. n. 1 a large basket usu. with a hinged lid and containing food (picnic hamper). 2 Brit. a selection of food, drink, etc., for an occasion. Etymology: ME f. obs. hanaper, AF f. OF hanapier case for a goblet f. hanap goblet 2. v. & n. --v.tr. 1 prevent the free movement or activity of. 2 impede, hinder. --n. Naut. necessary but cumbersome equipment on a ship. Etymology: ME: orig. unkn. ...Толковый словарь английского языка Oxford English Reference
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