congestion
UK: kənˈdʒes.tʃən | US: kənˈdʒes.tʃən
n. the state of being overcrowded or blocked, especially with traffic or fluid
n. (medical) excessive accumulation of blood or mucus in a body part
The word "congestion" originates from Latin congestio, derived from congerere ("to bring together"). The morpheme con- means "together," while -gest comes from gerere ("to carry"). Over time, it evolved to describe the accumulation or crowding of objects (e.g., traffic) or bodily fluids (e.g., nasal congestion). The suffix -ion nominalizes the action, turning it into a state or condition.
Traffic congestion in the city center delays commuters daily.
Nasal congestion is a common symptom of colds and allergies.
The hospital faced congestion due to the sudden influx of patients.
Urban planners aim to reduce congestion by improving public transport.
The router slowed down because of network congestion.