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 cessation of operation or activity, especially of a factory, machine, or system
Example:
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The factory announced a temporary shutdown due to maintenance.
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The government faced a partial shutdown over budget disagreements.
2.
the act of turning off a computer or other machine
Example:
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Please perform a proper shutdown of your computer.
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The system requires a full shutdown before updates.