choke collar


Definition of choke collar

  1. :  a chain for controlling a dog that is put around the dog's neck and that tightens when the end of the chain is pulled :  choke chain

Word by Word Definitions



    :  to obstruct by filling up or clogging

  1. :  the filamentous inedible center of an artichoke flower head

    :  an artichoke flower head

    :  something that obstructs passage or flow: such as

  1. :  a band, strip, or chain worn around the neck: such as


    :  a short necklace

  1. :  to seize by the collar or neck

    :  arrest, grab

    :  to get control of :  preempt

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