shutdowns Meaning & Definition
Phonetic codes: SH AH1 T D AW0 N Z
What Does Shutdowns Mean?
Shutdowns is used as a noun meaning plural of shutdown.
Shutdowns Definition (Noun)
- plural of shutdown
The employment rate was so far behind, there were many company shutdowns.
Noun
- The action of stopping operations; a closing, of a computer, business, event, etc.
You need to enter your password at startup, but it's not required at shutdown.
- A statement, insult, etc. that prevents the opponent from replying further.
When he insulted me, my reply was such a shutdown that he left the room.
- An autistic response to stress, etc. where the individual becomes silent and motionless.
Synonyms of Shutdowns
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Shutdowns synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Shutdowns
Shutdowns in a Sentence
The employment rate was so far behind, there were many company shutdowns.
You need to enter your password at startup, but it's not required at shutdown.
When he insulted me, my reply was such a shutdown that he left the room.
Word Forms & Grammar
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