shutdown

About 0.93 uses per million words.

Meaning

1. noun The action of stopping operations; a closing, of a computer, business, event, etc.

   You need to enter your password at startup, but it's not required at shutdown.

2. noun A statement, insult, etc. that prevents the opponent from replying further.

   When he insulted me, my reply was such a shutdown that he left the room.

3. noun An autistic response to stress or sensory overload, in which the individual freezes up and becomes silent, motionless, and unresponsive.
4. noun A defensive ploy that prevents the opposing players from attacking.
5. noun A big success; a hyped atmosphere.

Similar words

closing closure closedown shutoff shut shut-off shutter discontinuation termination cessation

Often followed by

of and in is or command for the point

Word family

shutdowns