Constringe

Quick meaning: Constringe is a verb meaning (ambitransitive) To constrict; to tighten.

Meaning

(ambitransitive) To constrict; to tighten.

Example Sentences

The emulgent draw this superfluous moisture from the blood; the two ureters convey it to the bladder, which, by reason of his site in the lower belly, is apt to receive it, having two parts, neck and bottom: the bottom holds the water, the neck is constringed with a muscle, which, as a porter, keeps the water running out against our will.

Word Forms

• constringes
• constringing
• constringed

Synonyms for constringe

Depending on context, synonyms include narrow, constrict.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include constrict, narrow, constrain, restringe, contain, astrict.

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