Meaning of the word strangle in English

What does strangle mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

strangle

US /ˈstræŋ.ɡəl/
UK /ˈstræŋ.ɡəl/

Verb

1.

to kill someone by squeezing their throat so that they cannot breathe

Example:
The victim was found to have been strangled.
He tried to strangle her with a rope.
2.

to prevent something from developing or being expressed

Example:
The new regulations could strangle small businesses.
Fear can strangle creativity.
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