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obstructor

[uh b-struhk-ter]

obstructor Definition

  • 1a person or thing that obstructs; obstacle
  • 2a muscle that opposes the action of another muscle

Using obstructor: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "obstructor" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The obstructor in the road caused a traffic jam.

  • Example

    The obstructor muscle prevents the tongue from slipping back into the throat during swallowing.

  • Example

    The obstructor of justice was sentenced to prison.

obstructor Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with obstructor

  • a person who hinders or interferes with the administration of justice

    Example

    The obstructor of justice was sentenced to prison.

  • a condition where the airway is blocked, making it difficult to breathe

    Example

    The doctor had to perform an emergency tracheotomy to remove the airway obstructor.

  • a muscle that opposes the action of another muscle

    Example

    The obstructor muscle prevents the tongue from slipping back into the throat during swallowing.

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Summary: obstructor in Brief

An 'obstructor' [uh b-struhk-ter] is a person or thing that obstructs or causes an obstacle. It can also refer to a muscle that opposes the action of another muscle. Examples include 'The obstructor in the road caused a traffic jam.' and 'The obstructor muscle prevents the tongue from slipping back into the throat during swallowing.' Other phrases include 'obstructor of justice' and 'airway obstructor.'