stoppage

stop·page

noun \ˈstä-pij\

Definition of STOPPAGE

: the act of stopping : the state of being stopped : halt, obstruction <a stoppage in play>

Examples of STOPPAGE

1. The penalty caused a stoppage in play.
2. There have been more than 10 minutes in stoppages.
3. 10 minutes of stoppage time

First Known Use of STOPPAGE

15th century

Related to STOPPAGE

Synonyms: arrest, arrestment, cease, cessation, check, close, closedown, closure, conclusion, cutoff, discontinuance, discontinuation, ending, expiration, finish, halt, lapse, offset, shutdown, shutoff, stay, stop, end, surcease, termination

Antonyms: continuance, continuation

Related Words: mop-up, phaseout; abeyance, break, interruption, layoff, letup, moratorium, pause, standstill, suspension

Near Antonyms: extension, persistence, prolongation

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