Meaning of the word strangulation in English

What does strangulation mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

strangulation

US /ˌstræŋ.ɡjəˈleɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌstræŋ.ɡjəˈleɪ.ʃən/

Noun

the act of killing someone by squeezing their throat so that they cannot breathe

Example:
The cause of death was determined to be strangulation.
He was charged with murder by strangulation.