Latin · root
stringere
draw tight, bind
Words sharing this root
astringentCausing body tissue to contract or tighten.constrainTo restrict the range of permitted action.constraintA limit on what can happen or be done.constrictTo make or become tighter, narrower, or more restricted.constrictionA tightening or narrowing that restricts space or passage.restrainHold back or keep someone or something under control.restrictSet limits on what someone or something can do.restrictionA limit on what can be done or allowed.restrictiveLimiting the range of what is possible or included.