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Definition of “vasoconstriction”

vasoconstriction (ˌveɪzəʊkənˈstrɪkʃən) 

Definitions

noun

  1. (physiology) narrowing of the walls of blood vessels

Example Sentences Including 'vasoconstriction'

This diverts blood away from the skin surface so less heat is lost ( vasoconstriction ).
McMonagle, D. Science Basic Facts
When young people drink water they experience a sympathetic vasoconstriction without having a rise in blood pressure.
British Medical Journal (2002)

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