Synonyms:
strangulate
Meaning: become constricted; "The hernia will strangulate"
Synonyms:
strangulate
Meaning: constrict a hollow organ or vessel so as to stop the flow of blood or air
Synonyms:
strangle, strangulate, throttle
Meaning: kill by squeezing the throat of so as to cut off the air; "he tried to strangle his opponent"; "A man in Boston has been strangling several dozen prostitutes"