top hamper

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top-ham·per

also top ham·per (tŏp′hăm′pər)

1. Nautical Weight or materials, such as rigging, cables, and spars, stored either aloft or on the upper decks.

2. Cumbersome, unnecessary matter.

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The great outdoors; SAM WYLIE-HARRIS celebrates picnic and BBQ season with some must-haves for summer socials

| Dovecote floral four-person flap top hamper, PS59, COAST TO COAST The coastal trend is still strong this summer, and this pretty blue tableware with a fun fishy theme is an affordable investment.

The great outdoors; SAM WYLIE-HARRIS celebrates picnic and BBQ season with some must-haves for summer socials

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