astricting

/əˈstrɪktɪŋ/
adjective
  1. That restricts or constricts; causing tightness or limitation.
    • The astricting rules of the competition limited creative expression.
    • An astricting bandage can help control bleeding.
    • The astricting effect of the new law made many businesses unhappy.
Antonyms
verb
  1. Present participle of astrict.
    • By astricting the flow of water, the dam controls flooding.
    • The medicine is astricting the blood vessels to reduce inflammation.
    • The manager is astricting the team's options by enforcing strict deadlines.
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