What does CHOKE mean?

Choke

Parts of Speech: verb, noun

Definitions:

• verb: to have difficulty breathing because of something blocking the throat or airways; to cause someone to have difficulty breathing in this way
• verb: to stop or obstruct someone or something from functioning or succeeding
• noun: an act of choking; a device for reducing the flow of a fluid in a pipe or tube

Pronunciations:

• US: /tʃoʊk/
• UK: /tʃəʊk/

Origin and Usage:

The word "choke" originated from the Old English word "aceocian," meaning "to suffocate." Its usage has evolved to include both physical and metaphorical obstruction. In sports, "choke" is used to describe a player who fails to perform under pressure. In engineering, a "choke" is a device used to reduce the flow of a fluid in a pipe or tube.

Synonyms:

• suffocate
• strangle
• gag
• stifle

Related Words:

• choir
• chive
• chock
• chomp
• chuck

Example Sentences:

• He started to choke on a piece of bread.
• The companys growth was choked by excessive regulation.
• He gave her a choke hold and she passed out.
• He installed a choke in the pipe to regulate the flow of water.