constriction

noun

con·​stric·​tion kən-ˈstrik-shən 

1

: an act or product of constricting

2

: the quality or state of being constricted

3

: something that constricts

Synonyms of constriction

• compression
• squeezing
• condensing
• contraction
• condensation
• squeeze
• contracting

Examples of constriction in a Sentence

tried to ease the tie's constriction of his neck

Recent Examples on the Web

Lungs Starting at around 9,000 feet, your lungs may begin to swell due to a constriction of blood vessels, which can cause fluid to leak and accumulate. —Brad Stulberg, Outside, 26 Mar. 2026

Egypt as a state of mind The Hebrew name for Egypt, Mitzrayim, shares a root with the word for narrowness or constriction. —Rabbi Bruce D. Forman, Sun Sentinel, 25 Mar. 2026

Jet fuel availability and prices have become a major factor in the rapid price hike, with the constrictions of oil trade through the Strait of Hormuz doubling jet fuel prices 94 percent over pre-war levels. —Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 24 Mar. 2026

This smoothing tank top is made from a soft material that form-fits to the body and offers compression without constriction. —Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 9 Mar. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for constriction

• addiction
• affliction
• conviction
• depiction
• eviction
• infliction
• nonfiction
• prediction
• restriction
• antifriction
• benediction
• contradiction

Kids Definition

constriction

noun

con·​stric·​tion kən-ˈstrik-shən 

1

: an act or instance of constricting

2

: something that constricts : a part that is constricted

Medical Definition

constriction

noun

con·​stric·​tion -ˈstrik-shən 

1

: an act or product of constricting

2

: the quality or state of being constricted

3

: something that constricts