throttle
verbHow many syllables in throttle?
There are 2 syllables in the word throttle.How to pronounce throttle:
Definition of throttle:
- throttle (verb):
- to kill by such action
- to compress the throat of choke
- to kill or injure (someone) by squeezing his or her throat
Synonyms for throttle:
accelerator
accelerator pedal
gas
gas pedal
gun
throttle valve
valve
Antonyms for throttle:
abet
advance
aid
allow
assist
begin
boost
clear
continue
encourage
facilitate
favor
favour
forward
free
further
help
lay bare
let go
liberate
loose
open
open up
permit
promote
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