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constrictive

UK
/kənˈstrɪk.tɪv/
US
/kənˈstrɪk.tɪv/

Translations

constrictiveadjective
more constrictive
Comp.
most constrictive
Super.
UK
/kənˈstrɪk.tɪv/
US
/kənˈstrɪk.tɪv/
constrictifEn médecine et en phonétique.
The constrictive bandage made it difficult for him to move his arm freely.
Le bandage constrictif l’empêchait de bouger librement le bras.
restrictifPour l’idée de limitation ou de restriction.
The constrictive rules of the organization stifled creativity among its members.
Les règles restrictives de l’organisation étouffaient la créativité de ses membres.
Synonyms
confining
tightening
limiting
narrowing
restrictive
Antonyms
expansive
loose
permissive

Definitions

constrictiveadjective
Tending to constrict or squeeze tightly.
The constrictive bandage made it difficult for him to move his arm freely.
Limiting or restricting freedom or scope of action.
The constrictive rules of the organization stifled creativity among its members.
Phonetics: (of a consonant) produced with a narrowing of the vocal tract that impedes airflow but does not completely block it.
In phonology, /f/ is considered a constrictive consonant.
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