Meaning of the word shutdown in English

What does shutdown mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

shutdown

US /ˈʃʌt.daʊn/
UK /ˈʃʌt.daʊn/

Noun

1.

a closure of a factory or system, typically a temporary closure due to a malfunction or for maintenance.

Example:
engines should be allowed to cool down between a shutdown and the next start
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