Constriction

Pronunciation: /kənˈstrɪkʃən/

Definitions of constriction

noun a feeling of tightness or pressure, especially in a part of the body

Example Sentences

A1 The snake felt a constriction in its body as it wrapped itself around its prey.

A2 The tightness in her chest was a sign of constriction caused by anxiety.

B1 The constriction of blood vessels can lead to high blood pressure.

B2 The constriction of civil liberties during times of war is a common occurrence.

C1 The constriction of resources in developing countries often leads to social unrest.

C2 The constriction of artistic expression is a topic of much debate in the modern art world.

Examples of constriction in a Sentence

formal The patient experienced chest tightness due to the constriction of blood vessels.

informal I can't breathe properly because of this constriction in my chest.

slang I hate wearing this shirt, it feels like a constriction around my neck.

figurative The constriction of regulations stifled the growth of small businesses.

Grammatical Forms of constriction

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

Origin and Evolution of constriction

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

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

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'constriction' has retained its original meaning of tightening or binding together, but it has also come to be used in a more metaphorical sense to describe a feeling of being restricted or limited.