In older engines, the "choke" lever chokes off the air intake to the carburetor to help the engine start in cold weather. Figurative/General Usage Definition: To abruptly end a sound, voice, or action.
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It implies an intentional action to stop a trend from continuing too rapidly. Literal/Physical Context In older engines, the "choke" lever chokes off
To stop a flow or supply, such as gas, water, or air. Example: "A kink in the hose choked off the water supply." In older engines