The word "choke" means to have difficulty breathing or to block someone's airway, sometimes causing suffocation. It can also refer to being overwhelmed or unable to perform well under pressure or in a stressful situation. Full definition
A 2008 study revealed that sunflower seeds are in the top 10 of choking hazards for kids five and under. (babygaga.com)
The caution is for the hazard of choking on it. (101cookbooks.com)
There are certain steps that you as a parent or supervisor can take to lower a child's risk of choking on small items like coins. (childinjuryfirm.com)