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STRANGULATES

(verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Strangulates.

Strangulates - as a verb

Kill by squeezing the throat of so as to cut off the air

Example: "He tried to strangulate his opponent"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
stranglethrottle
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Constrict a hollow organ or vessel so as to stop the flow of blood or air

Become constricted

Example: "The hernia will strangulate"

Example Sentences

"He strangulates the enemy with his bare hands."
"The python strangulates its prey before swallowing it whole."
"The serial killer strangulates his victims to satisfy his sadistic urges."
"The economic crisis strangulates small businesses."
"He deliberately strangulates the victim with his bare hands."
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Word Game Points

Is STRANGULATES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, strangulates is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

STRANGULATES has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is STRANGULATES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, strangulates is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
STRANGULATES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is STRANGULATES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, strangulates is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
STRANGULATES has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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