Constriction: meaning, definitions and examples
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constriction
[ kənˈstrɪkʃ(ə)n ]
in construction
The action of making something narrower, tighter, or smaller. It can also refer to the feeling of being restricted or limited.
Synonyms
limitation, narrowing, restriction, tightening
Examples of usage
- The constriction of the blood vessels can lead to high blood pressure.
- She felt a constriction in her chest as she entered the narrow tunnel.
- The constriction of civil liberties is a concerning trend in many countries.
- The snake uses constriction to subdue its prey before swallowing it whole.
- His fear of failure caused a constriction in his ability to take risks.
in biology
A narrowing or tightening of a body part, such as a blood vessel or a muscle.
Synonyms
compression, narrowing, tightening
Examples of usage
- The constriction of the pupil in response to bright light.
- The snake's constriction of its prey's body prevents escape.
- The constriction of the airway can lead to breathing difficulties.
Translations
Translations of the word "constriction" in other languages:
🇵🇹 constrição
🇮🇳 संकुचन
🇩🇪 Verengung
🇮🇩 penyempitan
🇺🇦 звуження
🇵🇱 zwężenie
🇯🇵 収縮
🇫🇷 constriction
🇪🇸 constricción
🇹🇷 daralma
🇰🇷 수축
🇸🇦 تضييق
🇨🇿 zúžení
🇸🇰 zúženie
🇨🇳 收缩
🇸🇮 zoženje
🇮🇸 þrenging
🇰🇿 тарылу
🇬🇪 შევიწროება
🇦🇿 daralma
🇲🇽 constricción
Word origin
The word 'constriction' dates back to the mid-17th century and is derived from the Latin word 'constringere', meaning 'to draw together tightly'. It has been used in various contexts over the centuries, including construction, biology, and psychology. The concept of constriction has been studied in fields such as physiology, medicine, and engineering.
See also: constricted, constricting, constrictor.