of hind. That is in a position contrary to that of the head or fore part; designating the part which follows; as the hinder part of a wagon; the hinder part of a ship, or the stern. Acts 27:41.

To stop; to interrupt; to obstruct; to impede or prevent from moving forward by any means. It is applicable to any subject, physical, moral or intellectual. Them that were entering in, ye hindered. Luke 117:52.

To retard; to check in progression or motion; to obstruct for a time, or to render slow in motion. Cold weather hinders the growth of plants, or hinders them from coming to maturity in due season. Let no obstacle hinder daily improvement.

To prevent. What hinders younger brothers, being fathers of families, from having the same right?

To interpose obstacles or impediments. This objection hinders not but that the heroic action of some commander--may be written.