stoppage

American  

[stop-ij] / ˈstɒp ɪdʒ /

noun

1. an act or instance of stopping; stop; cessation of activity.

   the stoppage of all work at the factory.

2. the state of being stopped.

   During the stoppage of bus service he drove to work.

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stoppage British  

/ ˈstɒpɪdʒ /

noun

1. the act of stopping or the state of being stopped

2. something that stops or blocks

3. a deduction of money, as from pay

4. an organized cessation of work, as during a strike

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Etymology

Origin of stoppage

late Middle English word dating back to 1400–50; stop, -age

Example Sentences

In the football world, there isn’t the same threat of an imminent work stoppage—the CBA runs through the 2030 season.

From The Wall Street Journal

The sides looked set for extra time but Bensebaini's poor night continued when he connected with Krstovic's head late in stoppage time.

From Barron's

The work stoppage was called on February 17, after the staff union alleged that management had no intention to reach an agreement on the pending contract.

From Los Angeles Times

"If you look back, when it gets dicey, he's not up for it," Wardley said of Dubois, who has faced accusations of folding too easily in his three stoppage defeats.

From BBC

The lack of a deal could mean a work stoppage among players, and games could be canceled if a stoppage were to drag out.

From MarketWatch

Related Words

• blockage
• closure
• interruption
• layoff
• lockout
• shutdown
• walkout