Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
striction
noun
/strɪkˈʃən/
Definition
The act of tightening or constricting something.
Examples
- The striction of the blood vessels can lead to increased blood pressure.
- After the striction of the muscles during exercise, a person may feel fatigued.
- The striction of trade regulations has affected small businesses.
Meaning
Striction refers to the process or effect of becoming narrower or tighter, often in a physical or metaphorical sense.
Synonyms
- constriction
- tightening
- narrowing
- compression
- restriction
