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Hamper

/hˈæmpər/
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(noun) A large basket, usually with a cover, used for the packing and carrying of articles or small animals.

A well-used creel might better not be picked as a picnic hamper.
Please be quiet and don't hamper my work.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The bad weather will likely ____ our progress on the construction project.

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