Choke
Pronunciation: /ˈtʃoʊk/
Choke (verb)
- To have difficulty breathing because something is blocking your throat.
- To fail to perform well because of stress or pressure.
- To stop or slow down the movement of something, like air or liquid.
Examples
- He began to choke on a piece of bread.
- She choked when she swallowed too quickly.
Common collocations: choke on food, choke to death, choke under pressure, choke in competition, choke the drain
Choke (noun)
- A device in a car engine that controls air flow.
Examples
- The mechanic adjusted the choke to improve engine performance.
- A faulty choke can cause starting problems.