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)