constriction | Definition of constriction

Synonyms and Antonyms of constriction

the act or process of reducing the size or volume of something by or as if by pressing

tried to ease the tie's constriction of his neck

Synonyms of constriction

compacting, compaction, compression, condensation, condensing, constricting, contracting, contraction, squeeze, squeezing, telescoping

Words Related to constriction

abbreviation, abridgment (or abridgement), curtailment, shortening

concentration, consolidation

simplification, streamlining

decreasing, diminishment, lessening

Near Antonyms of constriction

dilation, dispersion, dissipation, scattering

distension (or distention), inflation, swelling

Antonyms of constriction

decompression, expansion