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constrictor

UK
/kənˈstrɪktə/
US
/kənˈstrɪktər/

Translations

constrictornoun
constrictors
pl
UK
/kənˈstrɪktə/
US
/kənˈstrɪktər/
constricteurEn zoologie, en anatomie et pour un dispositif qui serre ou comprime.
The boa constrictor is known for its ability to suffocate its prey by wrapping around it.
Le boa constricteur est connu pour sa capacité à étouffer sa proie en s’enroulant autour d’elle.
Synonyms
serpent
reptile
boa
python
snake
constrictoradjective
more constrictor
Comp.
most constrictor
Super.
UK
/kənˈstrɪktə/
US
/kənˈstrɪktər/
Used attributively to describe something that causes or is related to constriction.
constrictifSens technique et médical.
A constrictor band was wrapped around the limb to limit blood flow.
Une bande constrictive a été enroulée autour du membre pour limiter le flux sanguin.
Synonyms
narrowing
occlusive
squeezing
strangling
constricting
constrictive
tightening
compressing
compressive

Definitions

constrictornoun
A snake that kills its prey by coiling around it and squeezing it tightly.
The boa constrictor is known for its ability to suffocate its prey by wrapping around it.
A muscle that contracts a cavity or orifice or compresses an organ.
The pharyngeal constrictor muscles play a crucial role in the process of swallowing.
Any agent, device, or instrument that produces constriction by tightening or compressing.
The medic applied a constrictor to stem the bleeding from the wound.
constrictoradjective
Causing, producing, or characterized by constriction.
A constrictor band was wrapped around the limb to limit blood flow.
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