strangle
12 synonyms and 0 antonyms for strangle, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To kill or injure someone by squeezing their throat and cutting off their air.
Synonyms
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How to use strangle
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Etymology
From Old French "estrangler," ultimately from Ancient Greek "strangaloomai" ("to be strangled"), related to "strangale" ("a halter").
Full origin of strangle →Frequently asked questions
What does “strangle” mean?
The word “strangle” means to kill or injure someone by squeezing their throat and cutting off their air. In plain terms, to choke someone to death by the throat, or figuratively to crush or suppress something.
How do you pronounce “strangle”?
“Strangle” is pronounced STRANG-guhl (/ˈstɹeɪ̯ŋɡəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “strangle” in a sentence?
Here is “strangle” used in a sentence: “The victim was strangled with a piece of cord.”
What part of speech is “strangle”?
“Strangle” is a verb.
Where does the word “strangle” come from?
The word “strangle” comes from Ancient Greek. From Old French "estrangler," ultimately from Ancient Greek "strangaloomai" ("to be strangled"), related to "strangale" ("a halter").
How many meanings does “strangle” have?
“Strangle” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to kill or injure someone by squeezing their throat and cutting off their air.