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Definition constrict in American English

constrict verb

verb
/kənˈstrɪkt/
1

to become smaller or narrower, or to make something do this

Example

His throat constricted making it difficult for him to speak.

Synonyms and related words
reduce shrink condense shrink contract compact
2

to limit what someone is able or allowed to do

Example

Fear of crime constricts many people's lives.

Synonyms and related words
draw a line in the sand limit control
Definition constrict in American English