constriction /con·stric·tion/ (kon-strik´shun)
constriction
constriction (k
nstrik´shn),
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.
con·stric·tion (k n-str k shn)n. 1. The act of constricting or the state of being constricted. 2. A feeling of tightness or pressure, as in the chest. 3. A constricted or narrow part. |
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
nstrik´shn),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.
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