Definition of Strangle
Strangle
stran·gle


Definition/Meaning
(verb)
to squeeze or constrict the neck or throat of a person or animal so that they cannot breathe, often leading to their death;

e.g. The murderer used a scarf to strangle his victims.

(verb)
to suppress something such as an action, sound, or impulse;

e.g. He tried to strangle his gasp at the shocking sight.

(verb)
to hinder or block the growth or development of something;

e.g. The government tried to strangle the threat of rebellion.



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