Definition of hampers:
(n) :
(US) A wicker or plastic basket specifically for holding laundry (from clothes hamper).
(n) :
A large basket, usually with a cover, used for the packing and carrying of articles or small animals.
(n) :
(UK) A gift basket.
(v) :
To impede in motion or progress.
(v) :
(transitive) To put a hamper or fetter on; to shackle.
(v) :
(transitive) To put into a hamper.