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Rareshutdown
The correct spelling is shutdown.
How to pronounce shutdown
noun
Say it like: Shu-tdo-wn
The correct spelling is shutdown. The action of stopping operations; a closing, of a computer, business, event, etc. For example: "You need to enter your password at startup, but it's not required at shutdown."
Usage Examples
“You need to enter your password at startup, but it's not required at shutdown.”
“When he insulted me, my reply was such a shutdown that he left the room.”
Definition
noun
- 1.The action of stopping operations; a closing, of a computer, business, event, etc.
- 2.A statement, insult, etc. that prevents the opponent from replying further.
- 3.An autistic response to stress, etc. where the individual becomes silent and motionless.
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