English Explanatory Dictionary

blood choke

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A form of strangulation that compresses the carotid arteries, the jugular veins, or both without compressing the airway, hence leading to cerebral ischemia and a temporary hypoxic condition.

Word forms

blood choke blood chokes

Related words

air choke
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