Dictionary Check: strangulate

"strangulate" is a valid word!

Scrabble 12 points
Words with Friends 16 points

Definition

verb

kill by squeezing the throat of so as to cut off the air

Example: "he tried to strangulate his opponent"
Synonyms:
verb

constrict a hollow organ or vessel so as to stop the flow of blood or air

verb

become constricted

Example: "The hernia will strangulate"

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