shutdown
Pronunciation: [ˈʃʌtdaʊn]
Word
Context: “technology”
(noun) a time when a machine or computer stops working or is turned off. This usually happens to save energy or because it's being fixed.
Example
The computer went through a shutdown to update its software.
Example
The unexpected shutdown of the server caused many problems for the users.
Example
When will the system shutdown happen?
Context: “technology”
(verb) to turn off a machine or computer. It means making it stop working to save power or for maintenance.
Example
I will shutdown my laptop before going to bed.
Example
She didn't want to shutdown the program because she was still using it.
Example
Can you help me learn how to shutdown my tablet?
Context: “business/government”
(noun) a situation where a business or organization stops operating, usually because of a lack of money or decision. It often affects employees and services.
Example
The company announced a temporary shutdown to restructure its finances.
Example
The permanent shutdown of the factory left many workers without jobs.
Example
What caused the shutdown of that department?
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