Meaning Of The Word Shutdown

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shutdown
countable noun: A shutdown is the closing of a factory, shop, or other business, either for a short time or for ever.

shutdown in American English
a stoppage or suspension of work or activity, as in a factory
noun: a shutting down; a closing of a factory or the like for a time

shutdown in British English
noun: the closing of a factory, shop, etc
verb: to cease or cause to cease operation

shutdown in Electrical Engineering
noun: Shutdown is a process that takes place in many integrated circuits, that greatly reduces power consumption when the device is not in use.

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