constrict in Spanish
constrict in Spanish is estrechar, constringir — constrict means to become narrower, usually because pressure is put on it.
constrict in Spanish
estrechar
(ambitransitive) To narrow, especially by application of pressure.
constringir
(ambitransitive) To narrow, especially by application of pressure.
What does "constrict" mean?
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verb To become narrower, usually because pressure is put on it.
"Clothing that is too tight can constrict blood flow."
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verb (of a snake) To wrap tightly around an animal it is hunting, to stop it breathing.
"The snake began to constrict its prey."
- verb To place a limit on something.
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constrict in a sentence
- Clothing that is too tight can constrict blood flow.
- The snake began to constrict its prey.
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What is "constrict" in Spanish?
"constrict" in Spanish is estrechar, constringir. constrict means: To become narrower, usually because pressure is put on it.
Are there other ways to say "constrict" in Spanish?
Yes — Spanish has 2 translations listed for "constrict": estrechar, constringir.
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