constriction
UK/kən'strɪkʃn/US/kәn'strikʃәn/
C2
Definitions
n.
A squeezing or narrowing; a feeling of tightness
收缩，压缩；紧窄感
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedcon- (together) + strict (drawn tight) + -ion (act/state) = the act of drawing tightly together — a squeezing or narrowing. Noun of constrict.
Root strain still carries 57 more wordsCommon Collocations
- 1.constriction of blood vessels血管收缩
- 2.throat constriction喉咙发紧
Example Sentences
- 1.
Cold causes constriction of the blood vessels.