Synonyms of constriction

Noun


1. constriction, bottleneck, chokepoint, narrowing

usage: a narrowing that reduces the flow through a channel

2. constriction, coarctation, compression, condensation, contraction

usage: tight or narrow compression

3. constriction, tightness, feeling

usage: a tight feeling in some part of the body; "he felt a constriction in her chest"; "she felt an alarming tightness in her chest"; "emotion caused a constriction of his throat"

4. constriction, compression, compressing

usage: the action or process of compressing

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Definition and meaning of constriction (Dictionary)