Constrict

Pronunciation: /kənˈstrɪkt/

Definitions of constrict

verb to make narrower, tighten, or restrict

Example Sentences

A1 The snake constricts its prey before swallowing it whole.

A2 The tight bandage constricts blood flow to the injured limb.

B1 Stress can constrict your ability to think clearly and make decisions.

B2 The government's new policies aim to constrict the power of big corporations.

C1 The authoritarian regime constricts freedom of speech and expression.

C2 The economic sanctions are starting to constrict the country's ability to trade internationally.

Examples of constrict in a Sentence

formal The python constricts its prey by wrapping around it tightly.

informal I can't wear that shirt, it constricts my movements.

slang These jeans are so tight, they constrict my legs.

figurative Her fear constricts her ability to take risks in life.

Grammatical Forms of constrict

• past tense: constricted
• plural: constricts
• comparative: more constricted
• superlative: most constricted
• present tense: constrict
• future tense: will constrict
• perfect tense: has constricted
• continuous tense: is constricting
• singular: constrict
• positive degree: constrict
• infinitive: to constrict
• gerund: constricting
• participle: constricted

Origin and Evolution of constrict

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'constrict' originated from the Latin word 'constringere', which means 'to bind together'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'constrict' has evolved to not only refer to physically binding or squeezing something tightly, but also to metaphorically represent limitations or restrictions in various contexts.