Hamstring(verb)
Severely restrict the efficiency or effectiveness of someone or something.
Hindi meaning:अक्षम बना देना / बाधित कर देना
Synonyms: Cripple, Hinder, Impede, Obstruct
Antonyms: Aid, Assist, Strengthen, Facilitate
Example: Lack of funds can hamstring the progress of any ambitious project.
Trick to remember: Hamstring sunte hi socho kisi ki taqat ki string kaat di gayi, ab wo properly kaam nahi kar pa raha, matlab hamstring = buri tarah se rok dena.
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