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hinder

/ˈhaɪ̯n.dɚ/ adjective C2
  1. Of or belonging to that part or end which is in the rear or hind, or which follows. · the hinder end of a wagon· the hinder parts of a horse
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They were buckshot cartridges, and, as Sergeant Wilson pointed out, the triggers were wired together so that, if you pulled on the hinder one, both barrels were discharged.
The Valley of Fear, p. 35 · C1
I thought I’d have so many things to love and nothing to hinder me.
Anne of Green Gables, p. 44 · C1
But let us first settle the question as to its being the interest of anyone to hinder you from being captain of the Pharaon.
The Count of Monte Cristo, p. 162 · C1
“Then, in order not to hinder you, I will get up with you if you please in your carriage, and Tom shall follow with my phaeton in tow.”
The Count of Monte Cristo, p. 960 · C1

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