shutdown
IPA: ʃˈʌtdaʊn
noun
- The action of stopping operations; a closing, of a computer, business, event, etc.
- A statement, insult, etc. that prevents the opponent from replying further.
- (psychology, autism) An autistic response to stress or sensory overload, in which the individual freezes up and becomes silent, motionless, and unresponsive.
shut down
IPA: ʃˈʌtdˈaʊn
verb
- (transitive) To close, terminate, or end.
- (ergative) To turn off or stop.
- (figuratively, intransitive) To emotionally withdraw into oneself as a defense mechanism; to block out external stressors.
- (slang, auto racing, car culture) To pass (another vehicle), especially quickly.
shut-down
IPA: ʃˈʌtdaʊn
noun
- Alternative form of shutdown. [The action of stopping operations; a closing, of a computer, business, event, etc.]
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