constriction

noun

con·​stric·​tion kən-ˈstrik-shən 

1

: an act or product of constricting

2

: the quality or state of being constricted

3

: something that constricts

Synonyms

• compacting
• compaction
• compression
• condensation
• condensing
• constricting
• contracting
• contraction
• squeeze
• squeezing
• telescoping

Examples of constriction in a Sentence

tried to ease the tie's constriction of his neck

Recent Examples on the Web

Create a slight constriction in the back of your throat so that your breath becomes slightly audible. —Cory Martin, Verywell Health, 1 Dec. 2024

Germany’s Ripple Effect Across Europe and the USA Economic constriction and layoffs inside Europe’s major economic powerhouse can create turbulence far beyond Germany’s borders. —Chris Westfall, Forbes, 25 Nov. 2024

Regulatory Efficiency of government expenditure and regulatory constriction is also going to be part of Mr. Musk’s mandate in the new Trump administration. —Saleem H. Ali, Forbes, 6 Nov. 2024

So an era of unprecedented Premier League changes could be about to move into new territory — from points deductions to spending constrictions. —Greg O'Keeffe, The Athletic, 24 Apr. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

constriction

noun

con·​stric·​tion kən-ˈstrik-shən 

1

: an act or instance of constricting

2

: something that constricts : a part that is constricted

Medical Definition

constriction

noun

con·​stric·​tion -ˈstrik-shən 

1

: an act or product of constricting

2

: the quality or state of being constricted

3

: something that constricts