Humper vs. Hamper — What's the Difference?

A hamper refers to one of several related basket-like items. In primarily British usage, it refers to a wicker basket, usually large, that is used for the transport of items, often food.

To prevent the free movement, action, or progress of

A large basket, usually with a cover, used for the packing and carrying of articles or small animals

A wicker or plastic basket specifically for holding laundry (from clothes hamper), as opposed to a covered wicker basket which is a true hamper

(UK) A gift basket.

A shackle; a fetter; anything which impedes.

(nautical) Articles ordinarily indispensable, but in the way at certain times.

(transitive) To put into a hamper.

(transitive) To put a hamper or fetter on; to shackle

To impede in motion or progress.

A large basket, usually with a cover, used for the packing and carrying of articles; as, a hamper of wine; a clothes hamper; an oyster hamper, which contains two bushels.

A shackle; a fetter; anything which impedes.

Articles ordinarily indispensable, but in the way at certain times.

To put in a hamper.

To put a hamper or fetter on; to shackle; to insnare; to inveigle; to entangle; hence, to impede in motion or progress; to embarrass; to encumber.

A restraint that confines or restricts freedom (especially something used to tie down or restrain a prisoner)

A basket usually with a cover

Prevent the progress or free movement of;

Put at a disadvantage;