Associations to the word «Shutdown»

Wiktionary

SHUTDOWN, noun. The action of stopping operations; a closing, of a computer, business, event, etc.
SHUTDOWN, noun. A statement, insult, etc. that prevents the opponent from replying further.
SHUTDOWN, noun. An autistic response to stress, etc. where the individual becomes silent and motionless.

Dictionary definition

SHUTDOWN, noun. Termination of operations; "they regretted the closure of the day care center".

Wise words

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