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constriction /con·stric·tion/ (kon-strik´shun) 1. a narrowing or compression of a part; a stricture.constric´tive 2. a diminution in range of thinking or feeling, associated with diminished spontaneity.
constriction [kənstrik′shən] Etymology: L, constringere, to draw tight an abnormal closing or reduction in the size of an opening or passage of the body, as in vasoconstriction of a blood vessel. See also stenosis. constriction (k n an abnormal closing or reduction in the size of an opening or passage of the body. constriction a narrowing or compression of a part; a stricture. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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