hinder
adjective
1. located at or near the back of an animal
- the hinder part of a carcass
Similar word(s): posterior, back, hind
Sentences with hinder as an adjective:
- the hinder end of a wagon
- the hinder parts of a horse
noun
1. (slang, euphemistic) The buttocks.
verb
1. be a hindrance or obstacle to
Similar word(s): impede
Definition categories: social, keep, prevent
2. hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of
Similar word(s): block, blockade, embarrass, obstruct, stymie, stymy
Definition categories: social, forbid, foreclose, forestall, preclude, prevent
3. put at a disadvantage
- The brace I have to wear is hindering my movements
Similar word(s): hamper, handicap
Definition categories: competition, disadvantage, disfavor, disfavour
Sentences with hinder as a verb:
- A drought hinders the growth of plants.