1. to create difficulties that delay or prevent progress or achievement

1. located at the back or rear
Usage: often used with body parts of animals

Examples

• Bad weather hindered our travel plans.
• The heavy traffic will hinder our arrival time.
• Don’t let fear hinder your success.
• The horse injured its hinder leg while jumping.
• The dog’s hinder quarters were covered in mud.
• Lack of funding hindered the research project.
• The fallen tree hindered access to the trail.