As a noun:
* The overflowing hamper held a week's worth of laundry.
* She carefully folded the towels and placed them in the wicker hamper.
* The picnic hamper was filled with delicious food and drinks.
As a verb:
* The heavy snow hampered travel for days.
* His lack of experience hampered his progress in the competition.
* Don't let your fear hamper your dreams.
Note: When used as a verb, "hamper" means to hinder or obstruct.