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Constrict
Answer for the clue "Constrict ", 8 letters:
astringe
Word definitions for astringe in dictionaries
The Collaborative International Dictionary
Word definitions in The Collaborative International Dictionary
Astringe \As*tringe"\ ([a^]s*tr[i^]nj"), v. t. [imp. & p. p. Astringed (-tr[i^]njd"); p. pr. & vb. n. Astringing (-j[i^]ng).] [L. astringere; ad + stringere to draw tight. Cf. Astrict , and see Strain , v. t.] To bind fast; to constrict; to contract; to ...
Wiktionary
Word definitions in Wiktionary
vb. 1 (context transitive obsolete English) To constrict, to compress 2 (context intransitive obsolete English) To become constricted or compressed 3 To bind by moral or legal obligation.
WordNet
Word definitions in WordNet
v. constrict or bind or draw together; "Lemon juice astringes the tissue in the mouth" become constricted or compressed; "The cold substance astringes"
Usage examples of astringe.
As a soothing, astringing and healing application to the affected parts we prepare an Ointment that has acquired great fame for the prompt relief which it affords in all ordinary cases.