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fetter vs hamper

hamper vs fetter

fetter and hamper both are nouns.

fetter and hamper both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
fetter Yes No Yes No
hamper Yes No Yes No
As nouns, hamper is a hypernym of fetter; that is, hamper is a word with a broader meaning than fetter:
  • fetter: a shackle for the ankles or feet
  • hamper: a restraint that confines or restricts freedom (especially something used to tie down or restrain a prisoner)
Other hypernyms of fetter include bond, shackle, trammel.
fetter (noun) hamper (noun)
a shackle for the ankles or feet a basket usually with a cover
a restraint that confines or restricts freedom (especially something used to tie down or restrain a prisoner)
fetter (verb) hamper (verb)
restrain with fetters prevent the progress or free movement of
put at a disadvantage
Difference between fetter and hamper

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