Constrict

Definition of Constrict

1. Squeeze or press together Verb
2. Become tight or as if tight Verb

Synonyms for word "constrict"

constringe
narrow
compact
compress
contract
press
squeeze

Semanticaly linked words with "constrict"

choke
strangle
prim
tighten
astringe
strangulate
convulse
bear down
overbear
fret
gag
scrag
astringe
strangulate
tighten

Lexical Analysis for "constrict"

constrictor
Noun
derivation
1
1. any of various large nonvenomous snakes that kill their prey by crushing it in its coils
constriction
Noun
derivation
3
1. tight or narrow compression
2. a narrowing that reduces the flow through a channel
3. the action or process of compressing

Words Rhyme with constrict

constrict
derestrict
district
restrict

Etymology for constrict

etymology constricteth
etymologically related restrict
etymologically related strict
is derived from constricted
is derived from constricting
is derived from constriction
is derived from constricts

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