constrictive

[ kuhn-strik-tiv ]

adjective

Origin of constrictive

1375–1425; late Middle English <Late Latin constrīctīvus, equivalent to constrīct(us) (see constrict) + -īvus-ive

At the root of the problem is Dad’s inability to escape constrictive and outdated ideas about gender.
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Soon, the gentle butler is back in his usual garb, a suit and tie covering a constrictive corset that hides his breasts.
The Transgender Revolution, From Albert Nobbs to ‘Work It’ | Tricia Romano | January 17, 2012 | THE DAILY BEAST
If the constrictive element be allowed to go further than giving necessary form to the Expansive element, it imprisons the latter.
The Law and the Word | Thomas Troward
However, there remains a constrictive pain below the ribs, passing across the stomach with much thirst.
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She winced involuntarily as the spray tingled against her body and adhered with constrictive force.
Tangle Hold | F. L. Wallace

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