Synonyms: strangulate
Definition: become constricted
Usage: The hernia will strangulate
Similar words: narrow, constrict, constringe
Definition: become tight or as if tight
Usage: Her throat constricted
Synonyms: strangulate
Definition: constrict a hollow organ or vessel so as to stop the flow of blood or air
Similar words: press, compact, compress, constrict, contract, squeeze
Definition: squeeze or press together
Usage: she compressed her lips; the spasm contracted the muscle
Synonyms: strangle, strangulate, throttle
Definition: kill by squeezing the throat of so as to cut off the air
Usage: he tried to strangle his opponent; A man in Boston has been strangling several dozen prostitutes
Similar words: kill
Definition: cause to die; put to death, usually intentionally or knowingly
Usage: This man killed several people when he tried to rob a bank; The farmer killed a pig for the holidays