constringe

/kɒnˈstrɪndʒ/

Definitions

1. verb

to cause or become constricted

“The cold weather constringed my muscles, making them stiff and painful.”

2. noun

a tightening or constricting of something, especially the flow of a liquid or gas

“The constringe of the blood vessels caused my fingers to turn white.”

Synonyms

  • constrict
  • tighten

Antonyms

  • dilate
  • expand