strangles (Noun) — An acute bacterial disease of horses characterized by inflammation of the mucous membranes.
strangles (Verb) — Kill by squeezing the throat of so as to cut off the air. ex. "A man in Boston has been strangling several dozen prostitutes" ex. "he tried to strangle his opponent"
strangles (Verb) — Conceal or hide. ex. "strangle a yawn"
strangles (Verb) — Die from strangulation.
strangles (Verb) — Prevent the progress or free movement of. ex. "the imperialist nation wanted to strangle the free trade between the two small countries"
strangles (Verb) — Constrict (someone's) throat and keep from breathing.
strangles (Verb) — Struggle for breath; have insufficient oxygen intake.