constricting (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /kənˈstrɪktɪŋ/

Definition

Making something narrower by applying pressure from all sides; squeezing or tightening.

Examples

• The tight bandage was constricting the blood flow to his finger.

• He felt a constricting band around his chest, making it hard to breathe.

• The boa constrictor was constricting the mouse until it stopped moving.

How to Use constricting

constricting of (prepositional phrase)

The act of making something narrower or more limited. — "The constricting of the airway made breathing difficult."

constricting blood flow (collocation)

Reducing or stopping the circulation of blood. — "The tight clothing was constricting blood flow to his legs."

Synonyms of constricting

Words with a similar meaning to constricting:

• squeezing
• tightening
• compressing
• strangling

Antonyms of constricting

Words with the opposite meaning to constricting:

• loosening
• expanding
• releasing

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