Throttling (Noun)
Meaning
The act of suffocating (someone) by constricting the windpipe; "no evidence that the choking was done by the accused".
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The investigation found no evidence to prove that the victim's death was a result of throttling by the accused.
- The pathologist reported signs of throttling on the victim's neck, indicating a violent struggle.
- The throttling was so severe that it left visible bruises and marks on the victim's throat.
- Forensic experts examined the victim's body for signs of throttling or any other form of strangulation.
- The coroner's report concluded that the cause of death was throttling, but the perpetrator remained unknown.