constriction
1. [ noun ] a narrowing that reduces the flow through a channel
Synonyms: bottleneck chokepoint
Related terms: narrowing bottleneck
2. [ noun ] tight or narrow compression
Synonyms: coarctation
Related terms: compression constrict
3. [ noun ] (psychology) a feeling of tightness in some part of the body
Examples:

"he felt a constriction in her chest" "emotion caused a constriction of his throat"

Related terms: somesthesia
4. [ noun ] the action or process of constricting or squeezing
Related terms: squeeze compression strangulation spasm vasoconstriction squeeze compress
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