Dictionary definition · hinder
verb
- be a hindrance or obstacle to"She is impeding the progress of our project"
- hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of"His brother blocked him at every turn"
- put at a disadvantage"The brace I have to wear is hindering my movements"
adjective
- located at or near the back of an animal"back (or hind) legs"
Source: Open English WordNet (CC BY 4.0).