choke off

Found in Anh - Anh (Wordnet)

Definition Verb (transitive) : To stop or restrict the flow of something; to obstruct : This meaning refers to physically blocking a passage or channel. To suppress or stifle something, such as an emotion or an activity : This figurative meaning refers to stopping something from continuing or developing. Usage Examples Verb (Physical Obstruction) : The fallen rocks choked off the only road to t...