Meaning of the word chokepoint in English

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chokepoint

US /ˈtʃoʊk.pɔɪnt/
UK /ˈtʃəʊk.pɔɪnt/

Noun

a point of congestion or blockage, especially in a military or economic context

Example:
The Strait of Hormuz is a critical chokepoint for global oil shipments.
The company identified several logistical chokepoints in its supply chain.