Shut-down

noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    Alternative form of shutdown. alt-of, alternative

    "Additional warning lights are provided to indicate diesel engine shut-down, traction motor blower failure or high engine cooling water temperature. On the assistant's side of the cab, another light shows should the train heating boiler shut down."

Example

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"Additional warning lights are provided to indicate diesel engine shut-down, traction motor blower failure or high engine cooling water temperature. On the assistant's side of the cab, another light shows should the train heating boiler shut down."

Etymology

Deverbal from shut down.

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