To interpose obstacles or impediments; to be a hindrance.

To obstruct or delay the progress of

be a hindrance or obstacle to; "She is impeding the progress of our project"

To keep back or behind; to prevent from starting or moving forward; to check; to retard; to obstruct; to bring to a full stop; -- often followed by from; as, an accident hindered the coach; drought hinders the growth of plants; to hinder me from going.

Interference that deprives the opponent of a fair chance to make a shot. There are two types, avoidable and unavoidable.

A phase of play wherein there is accidental interference with an opponent, or obstruction of the flight of the ball.

verb, "ostacolare, intralciare, impedire"

To prevent or embarrass; to debar; to shut out.

Of or belonging to that part or end which is in the rear, or which follows; as, the hinder part of a wagon; the hinder parts of a horse.

farthest to the rear, last

put at a disadvantage; "The brace I have to wear is hindering my movements"

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