Constrictor
(noun)
- A muscle or other structure that tightens or compresses around an object.
- A snake species that kills its prey by constricting, or wrapping its coils around it.
- A tool or device that compresses or squeezes something.
Origin:
From constrict + -or, from latin constringere, to bind together.
Examples:
- The constrictor muscle in the snake's body tightened around its prey, suffocating it.
- The constrictor snake was one of the largest and strongest of its kind, capable of killing prey many times its size.
- The constrictor was used to tighten bolts and clamp materials together during construction.
- The constrictor played a crucial role in maintaining blood flow and pressure within the body.
- The constrictor was adjustable to fit a variety of sizes, making it a versatile tool.