Shut-down
noun
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Definitions
Noun
- 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
More examples"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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