Strangulation Definition

strănggyə-lāshən
noun
The act of strangling or strangulating.
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The state of being strangled or strangulated.
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Constriction of a body part so as to cut off the flow of blood or another fluid.
Strangulation of the intestine.
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Noun

Singular:
strangulation
Plural:
strangulations

Origin of Strangulation

  • From Latin strangulatio (“choking suffocation"), from strangulare (“to choke, suffocate"); see strangle.

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Strangulation Sentence Examples

  • The crib mattress should fit snugly within the crib frame, with no more than two fingers' distance between the mattress and the crib railing, to avoid strangulation.

  • Finally he was taken in procession, stupefied or otherwise rendered incapable of resistance, and put to death by strangulation or pressure.

  • Some playpens have been recalled because they have protruding rivets, which are similar to nut and bolt fasteners but aren't removable, that can cause a child's clothing or pacifier ribbon to snag, risking strangulation to the child.

  • Loose slats could come out, posing a strangulation risk.

  • Also, do not add any loose strings or ribbons that could pose a strangulation hazard.

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