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hamper (2)

ham·per [ hámpər ] (plural ham·pers)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. large basket for laundry: a large basket with a cover that is used for holding soiled laundry

2. large food basket: a large basket with a cover that is used for carrying food, especially for picnics

[14th century. < Anglo-Norman hanaper "basket for holding goblets" < Old French hanap "goblet" < Germanic]
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