strangulation
UK/.stræŋgju'leiʃәn/US
GREC2
Definitions
n.
The act of killing or injuring by squeezing the throat; dangerous constriction of a body part cutting off blood flow
勒死，绞死；（医）绞窄，压迫
Root Breakdown
strangulationother
=strangulation
Common Collocations
- 1.manual strangulation徒手勒颈
- 2.death by strangulation勒死
- 3.strangulation marks勒痕
- 4.[strangulation injury]绞窄伤
Example Sentences
- 1.
The autopsy revealed that the cause of death was strangulation.
- 2.
Strangulation of the bowel is a medical emergency requiring immediate surgery.
- 3.
The detective noted clear marks on the victim's neck consistent with strangulation.