slowdown
|slow/down|
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/ˈsloʊˌdaʊn/
🇬🇧
/ˈsləʊˌdaʊn/
reduction in speed or activity
Etymology
Etymology Information
'slowdown' originates from the combination of 'slow' and 'down', where 'slow' meant 'not fast' and 'down' indicated 'a decrease'.
Historical Evolution
'slow' and 'down' were combined in the early 20th century to form the modern English word 'slowdown'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a decrease in speed', but over time it evolved to include 'a reduction in activity or progress'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a reduction in speed or activity.
The company experienced a significant slowdown in sales last quarter.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35