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Definition of Constriction
1. Noun. A narrowing that reduces the flow through a channel.
Exact synonyms: Bottleneck, Chokepoint
Generic synonyms: Narrowing
Derivative terms: Bottleneck, Constrict
Generic synonyms: Narrowing
Derivative terms: Bottleneck, Constrict
2. Noun. Tight or narrow compression.
Exact synonyms: Coarctation
Generic synonyms: Compression, Condensation, Contraction
Derivative terms: Constrict
Generic synonyms: Compression, Condensation, Contraction
Derivative terms: Constrict
3. Noun. A tight feeling in some part of the body. "Emotion caused a constriction of his throat"
4. Noun. The action or process of compressing.
Specialized synonyms: Spasm, Squeeze, Strangulation, Vasoconstriction
Generic synonyms: Compressing, Compression
Derivative terms: Constrict
Generic synonyms: Compressing, Compression
Derivative terms: Constrict
Definition of Constriction
1. n. The act of constricting by means of some inherent power or by movement or change in the thing itself, as distinguished from compression.
Definition of Constriction
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Medical Definition of Constriction
1. The act of constricting. (12 Dec 1998)