constriction
US /kənˈstrɪk.ʃən/
UK /kənˈstrɪk.ʃən/
名词
1.
收缩, 紧缩
the action of making something narrower, especially by encircling pressure
示例:
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The snake's constriction around its prey was deadly.
蛇对猎物的缠绕是致命的。
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There was a feeling of constriction in his chest.
他胸口有一种紧绷的感觉。
2.
限制, 约束
a restriction or limitation
示例:
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The new regulations imposed severe constrictions on trade.
新规定对贸易施加了严格的限制。
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Financial constrictions prevented the company from expanding.
财政限制阻碍了公司的扩张。
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