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/kənˈstrɪkʃən/ · con.stric.tion
noun
- The act of constricting, the state of being constricted, or something that constricts. The constriction of the blood vessel caused a sharp pain in her arm.
- A narrow part of something; a stricture. The constriction in the pipe caused the water to flow slowly.
- A compression. The constriction of the air in the room made it difficult to breathe.
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Did you know? The word 'constriction' is often used in medical contexts to describe the narrowing of blood vessels or airways, which can be a sign of a serious underlying condition.