Meaning of the word constrictor in English
What does constrictor mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
constrictor
US /kənˈstrɪk.tɚ/
UK /kənˈstrɪk.tər/
Noun
1.
a snake that kills its prey by coiling around it and suffocating it
Example:
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The anaconda is a powerful constrictor.
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Many large snakes are constrictors, including pythons and boas.
2.
a muscle that contracts or compresses an organ or part of the body
Example:
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The pharyngeal constrictors help in swallowing.
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Damage to the pupillary constrictor can affect vision.