constrict
cons
ˈkəns
kēns
trict
trɪkt
trikt
British pronunciation
/kənstɹˈɪkt/

Définition et signification de « constrict » en anglais

to constrict
01

resserrer, constricter

to become less in size or width, creating a sensation of tightness
Intransitive
to constrict definition and meaning
example
Exemples
His chest constricts when he experiences high levels of anxiety.
Sa poitrine se resserre lorsqu'il éprouve des niveaux élevés d'anxiété.
The blood vessels are constricting in response to the cold weather.
Les vaisseaux sanguins se contractent en réponse au froid.
02

serrer, resserrer, comprimer

to tighten, squeeze, or narrow down in order to reduce in size
Transitive: to constrict sth
example
Exemples
The tight bandage constricted the swollen ankle, providing support and reducing inflammation.
Le bandage serré resserre la cheville enflée, offrant un soutien et réduisant l'inflammation.
The surgeon constricted the blood vessel with surgical clips to control bleeding during the operation.
Le chirurgien a resserré le vaisseau sanguin avec des clips chirurgicaux pour contrôler le saignement pendant l'opération.
03

étouffer

to restrict the things someone can or wants to do
Transitive: to constrict someone's freedoms or abilities
example
Exemples
The strict rules constricted the students' freedom to express themselves creatively.
Les règles strictes limitaient la liberté des étudiants à s'exprimer de manière créative.
Financial constraints constricted their ability to travel and explore new destinations.
Les contraintes financières limitaient leur capacité à voyager et à explorer de nouvelles destinations.
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