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Meaning of the word throttle in English

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throttle

US /ˈθrɑː.t̬əl/
UK /ˈθrɒt.əl/
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Noun

a device controlling the flow of fuel or power to an engine

Example:
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He pushed the throttle forward to increase speed.
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The mechanic adjusted the engine's throttle.
Synonym:
accelerator gas pedal choke

Verb

1.

to choke or strangle (someone)

Example:
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The attacker tried to throttle his victim.
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He felt like the tight collar was throttling him.
Synonym:
choke strangle asphyxiate
2.

to control or limit something, especially a flow or rate

Example:
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The government tried to throttle the flow of information.
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The company decided to throttle production due to low demand.
Synonym:
restrict limit curb control reduce
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