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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   The rest period between sets or workout sessions, when cooling of body temperature may occur.
2. 2
   Any rest period between sessions of an activity or event. broadly
3. 3
   Any rest period between sessions of an activity or event.; The minimum length of time that the player needs to wait after using an ability or item before it can be used again. broadly

   "I had to wait for the cooldown to finish before recasting the spell."

4. 4
   Any rest period between sessions of an activity or event.; The minimum length of time that the player needs to wait after using an ability or item before it can be used again.; A particular ability with a powerful effect but long cooldown period, making it important to track when it was last used and when it can be used again. broadly

Example

More examples

"I had to wait for the cooldown to finish before recasting the spell."

Etymology

Deverbal from cool down.

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