stranglehold
2 synonyms for stranglehold, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A grip or level of control so tight that it chokes off any freedom of movement or action.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
chokehold
throttlehold
How to use stranglehold
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
have a stranglehold on
break the stranglehold
Etymology
From "strangle" plus "hold."
Full origin of stranglehold →Frequently asked questions
What does “stranglehold” mean?
The word “stranglehold” means a grip or level of control so tight that it chokes off any freedom of movement or action. In plain terms, total, suffocating control over someone or something, whether physical or figurative (like a market).
How do you use “stranglehold” in a sentence?
Here is “stranglehold” used in a sentence: “The company has a stranglehold on the local market.”
What part of speech is “stranglehold”?
“Stranglehold” is a noun.
