shutoff
/ˈʃʌtˌɔf/
noun
- A device or valve that stops the flow of something, such as water, gas, or electricity.
- Turn the shutoff valve under the sink before fixing the pipe.
- He installed a shutoff switch for the outdoor lights.
- The emergency shutoff for the gas line is located outside the house.
- An act of stopping the supply or operation of something.
- The power shutoff was scheduled for maintenance.
- A sudden shutoff of funding caused the project to halt.
- The water shutoff lasted for three hours while repairs were made.
Antonyms
adjective
- Relating to a device or mechanism that stops operation or flow.
- Make sure the shutoff switch is in the off position.
- The shutoff valve is clearly marked with a red handle.
- The shutoff timer turns the engine off automatically.