constrictor

noun con·stric·tor \-ˈstrik-tər\

Definition of CONSTRICTOR

: a muscle that contracts a cavity or orifice or compresses an organ

: a snake (as a boa constrictor) that coils around and compresses prey

: one that constricts

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CONSTRICTOR Defined for Kids

noun con·stric·tor \kən-ˈstrik-tər\

: a snake (as a boa) that kills its prey by coiling around and crushing it

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noun con·stric·tor \-ˈstrik-tər\

: a muscle that contracts a cavity or orifice or compresses an organ—see inferior constrictor, middle constrictor, superior constrictor

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