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- [throt-l]
- /ˈθrɒt l/
- /ˈθrɒt.l̩/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [throt-l]
- /ˈθrɒt l/
Definitions of throttling word
- noun throttling Also called throttle lever. a lever, pedal, handle, etc., for controlling or manipulating a throttle valve. 1
- noun throttling throttle valve. 1
- noun throttling the throat, gullet, or windpipe, as of a horse. 1
- verb with object throttling to stop the breath of by compressing the throat; strangle. 1
- verb with object throttling to choke or suffocate in any way. 1
- verb with object throttling to compress by fastening something tightly around. 1
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Origin of throttling
First appearance:
before 1350 One of the 20% oldest English words
1350-1400; (v.) Middle English throtelen, frequentative of throten to cut the throat of (someone), strangle, derivative of throat; (noun) probably diminutive of Middle English throte throat; compare German Drossel
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Parts of speech for Throttling
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throttling popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 80% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
throttling usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for throttling
noun throttling
- asphyxiation — Asphyxiation is a lack of oxygen in blood, which causes suffocation.
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