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congestion

/kənˈdʒestʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does congestion mean?

noun

A state of being blocked or obstructed, often due to a large number of people or vehicles in a small space. A condition of being congested, often resulting in a reduction in the flow of something.

Example

"The traffic congestion in the city made the commute home a nightmare."

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