"Strap-hanging" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
A form of self-harm or self-discipline where a person attaches a rope or chain to themselves, typically around their neck, and then hangs themselves with a weight, but not high enough to cause suffocation, often as a form of extreme self-supervision or control.
causing or suffered by someone who is unable to breathe properly, often as a result of being held tightly by someone else, or nearly suffocating.
To strangulate someone or something means to squeeze or compress so tightly that the blood supply is cut off, often causing damage or injury, especially by squeezing someone's neck or throat. It can also be used figuratively to mean to constrict or suffocate, often in a metaphorical sense.<br><br>Example sentences:<br><br> The robber tried to strangulate the shop owner with his bare hands.<br> Her busy schedule was strangulating her creativity, making it harder to focus on her art.<br><br>Synonyms: choke, throttle, throttle back, stifle, smother.
Strangulated refers to a severe constriction or obstruction of a part of the body, especially the intestine or a blood vessel, which impairs its normal functioning and can lead to its death. It can also refer to a person or thing that is tightly constricted or obstructed, such as a strangulated garment or a strangulated sound, like a sharp, harsh cry.
To strangle something or someone means to constrict or compress their throat or neck in a way that cuts off the flow of air or blood, often causing injury or death. It can also refer to any situation where something is being severely restricted or blocked, such as a plan or an opportunity.<br><br>Example sentences:<br><br> The burglar tried to strangle the homeowner, but the victim managed to defend himself.<br> The school's tight budget is strangulating the quality of education.<br><br>Idiomatic expressions using "strangle":<br><br> be strangling under the weight of something: to be overwhelmed or burdened by something<br> stranglehold: a position of complete control or dominance
Strangulation refers to the act of obstructing the flow of air or blood to the neck, typically to cause unconsciousness or death. It can be caused by external compression, such as strangling by a rope, wire, or hands, or internal compression, such as by a swelling or a noose. Strangulation can lead to serious medical consequences, including brain damage and cardiac arrest, and is often a component in homicide and suicide cases.
Stranraer is a town in Dumfries and Galloway, southern Scotland. It has a population of around 11,000 people.
A person who deliberately misses or catches a train or other vehicle at the last possible moment before it moves off, typically in order to avoid paying for the fare.
A slogan or catchphrase used by an company, organization, or brand to uniquely identify their brand and products, emphasizing their unique selling proposition or key benefit.
A strip of fabric, leather, or other material used to encircle or support something, typically used for holding or securing something in place.
A straphanger is someone who uses a public transportation system, especially a subway or a bus.
A strapline, also known as a tagline or slogan, is a short phrase or slogan used to advertise or to further emphatic exposure to herald a specific company, product, brand, or idea. It is usually a few words or short phrase that creates an image for the product or service and can be used in advertisements, marketing materials, and even company logos.
Strappado is a form of torture in which a person is suspended by their wrists from a rope or chain attached to a pulley and weight system. The person is then subjected to violent shaking and stretching, causing pain and dislocation of the shoulders and wrists.
Restricted in some way, or restricted in movement, especially by a lack of money or equipment.<br><br>Example: The firefighter was strapped for cash, unwilling to spend it on a new bike.<br><br>Or:<br><br>The pilot was faced with a medical passenger who was strapped to the bed in the aircraft.
Strong and robust; physically fit and healthy. Often used to describe a person, especially a young man, in their 20s or 30s who is physically fit and strong. Can also mean a strip or band of cord or strap.