Definition

A limit or restriction on something, often used to describe a criticism or an abnormal narrowing in a bodily passage.

Example

The doctor explained that the stricture in the patient's throat was causing difficulty in swallowing.

Conversation

I read an article about the new health regulations, and they mentioned a stricture on food additives.

Really? I didn’t realize they were putting so many limits on that.

Yeah, it seems like they want to ensure safer products for everyone.

That makes sense; I guess it's better to have some stricture than none at all.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Stricture is formed from 'strictus' (meaning drawn tight or tight) and the suffix '-ure' (indicating a process or result). The word 'stricture' refers to a condition resulting from something being drawn tight, often used in medical contexts to describe a narrowing of a passage.

Memory Tip

Think of something being 'drawn tight' — 'strictus' means tight, and '-ure' indicates a process or result. This helps you remember that a stricture is a condition resulting from something being tightened or narrowed.

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