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constrictor

/kənˈstrɪktə/

/kənˈstrɪktər/

constrictornoun

constrictors

/kənˈstrɪktə/

/kənˈstrɪktər/

Translations

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.

Definitions

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.

Synonyms

constrictoradjective

more constrictor

Comp.

most constrictor

Super.

/kənˈstrɪktə/

/kənˈstrɪktər/

Used attributively to describe something that causes or is related to constriction.

Translations

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.

Definitions

Causing, producing, or characterized by constriction.

A constrictor band was wrapped around the limb to limit blood flow.

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