Meaning of the word suffocate in English
What does suffocate mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
suffocate
US /ˈsʌf.ə.keɪt/
UK /ˈsʌf.ə.keɪt/
Verb
1.
to die because you are unable to breathe, or to kill someone by preventing them from breathing
Example:
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The victim was found to have suffocated.
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He tried to suffocate his opponent with a pillow.
2.
to prevent something from developing or continuing
Example:
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The heavy snow suffocated all hopes of a quick recovery.
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Bureaucracy can suffocate innovation.
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