Refine this word faster

Stronger alternatives Opposite tone Use in context Cross-language nuance

Timeout

//ˈtaɪm.aʊt// noun

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    The allowed maximal time for a process to end normally.
  2. 2
    The intentional termination of an incomplete task after a time limit considered long enough for it to end normally.

    "My connection was so slow that I kept receiving timeouts when trying to view Web pages."

  3. 3
    Alternative form of time-out. alt-of, alternative

Etymology

From time + out.

See also for "timeout"

Synonyms Antonyms Rhymes Sentences Translate Word Type Pronunciation Word Forms

Next best steps

Find stronger synonymsSee usage examplesCheck pronunciation

Mini challenge

Unscramble this word: timeout