What does "choke" mean?

choke back

to hold back (feelings, sobs, etc.)

choke down

to swallow with difficulty

choke off

to bring to an end; end the growth of

choke up

  1. to block up; clog
  2. to fill too full
  3. choke (): often with on
  4. ☆ Informal to be unable to speak, act efficiently, etc., as because of fear, strong emotion, tension, etc.

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