Constrict and Vellicate

Constrict

Constrict verb - To become smaller in size or volume through the drawing together of particles of matter.

Vellicate and constrict are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Vellicate" instead a verb "Constrict".

Vellicate

Vellicate verb - Touch (a body part) lightly so as to excite the surface nerves and cause uneasiness, laughter, or spasmodic movements.

Constrict and vellicate are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Constrict" instead a verb "Vellicate".

Mutual synonyms

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