hinder

hinder has 8 senses in the JumbleFix dictionary. Letters: 6.

Definitions

• a.. Of or belonging to that part or end which is in the rear, or which follows; as, the hinder part of a wagon; the hinder parts of a horse.
• a.. To keep back or behind; to prevent from starting or moving forward; to check; to retard; to obstruct; to bring to a full stop; -- often followed by from; as, an accident hindered the coach; drought hinders the growth of plants; to hinder me from going.
• a.. To prevent or embarrass; to debar; to shut out.
• v. i.. To interpose obstacles or impediments; to be a hindrance.
• v.. put at a disadvantage; "The brace I have to wear is hindering my movements"
• v.. be a hindrance or obstacle to; "She is impeding the progress of our project"
• v.. hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of; "His brother blocked him at every turn"
• a.. located at or near the back of an animal; "back (or hind) legs"; "the hinder part of a carcass"