verb
- present participle of constringent; binding or drawing together tightly; causing constriction
Usage: rare or archaic; literary
Examples
- The constringing effect of the tight bandage helped reduce swelling.
- A constringing sensation in his chest made him pause and breathe deeply.
- The cold air had a constringing effect on the metal pipes.
- She felt a constringing pressure around her heart as she read the letter.