constrict

动词

1. 1

   使收缩、紧缩

   Cold weather constricts the blood vessels near the skin.

   寒冷的天气会使皮肤附近的血管收缩。

2. 2

   收缩、变窄

   Her pupils constricted as soon as the light came on.

   灯一亮，她的瞳孔立刻收缩。

3. 3

   束紧、箝住、压迫

   The tight collar constricted his throat and made breathing hard.

   紧绷的领子箝住他的喉咙，让他难以呼吸。

4. 4

   限制、束缚

   Endless regulations constrict the growth of small businesses.

   无止尽的法规限制了小型企业的成长。