shutdown
noun
- 1
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
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
An autistic response to stress, etc. where the individual becomes silent and motionless.
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