morsa — meaning in English
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English meaning
- stranglehold noun A grip or level of control so tight that it chokes off any freedom of movement or action.
- vise noun A tool with two jaws tightened by a screw or lever, used to hold an object firmly in place while it is worked on.
Senses
morsa is used for these senses in English:
- stranglehold A grip or control so strong as to stifle or cut off.
- vise (US) An instrument consisting of two jaws, closing by a screw, lever, cam, or the like, for holding work, as in filing.
vise — full definition
- noun A tool with two jaws tightened by a screw or lever, used to hold an object firmly in place while it is worked on.
- noun A situation that leaves someone with very little freedom to choose or move.
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