Associations to the word «Deadlock»

Wiktionary

DEADLOCK, noun. A standstill resulting from the opposition of two evenly matched forces; a stalemate or impasse
DEADLOCK, noun. (computing) An inability to continue due to two programs or devices each requiring a response from the other before completing an operation
DEADLOCK, verb. To cause or to come to a deadlock

Dictionary definition

DEADLOCK, noun. A situation in which no progress can be made or no advancement is possible; "reached an impasse on the negotiations".

Wise words

To use the same words is not a sufficient guarantee of understanding; one must use the same words for the same genus of inward experience; ultimately one must have one's experiences in common.
Friedrich Nietzsche