How is the word estrechar translated from Spanish to English

Hacer que algo quede más estrecho o más apretado.

To make something narrower or tighter.

verb
English translation
Constrict

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  • El frío estrecha los vasos sanguíneos. Cold constricts the blood vessels.

  • El óxido puede estrechar con los años una tubería fina. Rust can constrict a narrow pipe over time.

  • ¿El aire frío también estrecha las vías respiratorias? Does the cold air constrict the airways too?

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FAQ about “estrechar”

How is “estrechar” translated from Spanish?
“estrechar” translates into English as “Constrict”. Add this word to your VibeLing vocabulary and lock it in with spaced repetition.
What does “estrechar” mean?
Meaning of “estrechar”: Hacer que algo quede más estrecho o más apretado. In English — “Constrict”.
What part of speech is “estrechar”?
“estrechar” is a verb.
Where can I see examples with “estrechar”?
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