hinder in WordNet English dictionary

1. located at or near the back of an animal
   "back (or hind) legs"; "the hinder part of a carcass"
   back  hind  hinder 
   

1. hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of
   "His brother blocked him at every turn"
   obstruct  blockade  block  hinder  stymie  stymy  embarrass 
   
2. put at a disadvantage
   "The brace I have to wear is hindering my movements"
   handicap  hinder  hamper 
   
3. be a hindrance or obstacle to
   "She is impeding the progress of our project"
   impede  hinder