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constriction

const·ric·tion

UK/kənˈstɹɪk.ʃən/ US/kʌˈnstrɪkʃʌn/ uncommon

noun

1.

a narrowing that reduces the flow through a channel

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2.
3.

a feeling of tightness in some part of the body

  • “he felt a constriction in her chest”
  • “emotion caused a constriction of his throat”
4.

Phrases

  • constriction ring syndrome

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