Constriction and Spasm

Constriction

Constriction noun - The act or process of reducing the size or volume of something by or as if by pressing.

Spasm and constriction are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Spasm" instead a noun "Constriction".

Spasm

Spasm noun - Pathology) sudden constriction of a hollow organ (as a blood vessel.
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Synonyms for Spasm

Constriction and spasm are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Constriction" instead a noun "Spasm".

Nearby Words: spasmodic, spastic, spasmic, spasming, spasmed

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  • High-Pressure Blood Head injuries usually bleed more than injuries to other body areas, mostly because the vascular spasm, a reflexive constriction of damaged vessels, is weaker or absent there.
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