Congestion
/kəˈndʒɛstʃən/
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Definition
(noun) The hindrance or blockage of the passage of something, for example a fluid, mixture, traffic, people, etc. (due to an excess of this or due to a partial or complete obstruction), resulting in overfilling or overcrowding.
Sentence Examples
We were delayed by traffic congestion, so we had to hurry.
In spite of the terrible congestion, I was in time for the appointment.
CEFR Practice Quiz
He took a potent medicine to relieve the severe nasal ____ caused by his bad cold.