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Deadlock
ˈdɛdlɒk
Deadlock definitions
noun
deadlock
deadlocks
- a situation, typically one involving opposing parties, in which no progress can be made
"an attempt to break the deadlock"
- a situation in a game or match where the scores are level
"Ashton broke the deadlock with a penalty after 15 minutes"
- a type of lock requiring a key to open and close it, as distinct from a spring lock
verb
deadlock
deadlocked
deadlocking
deadlocks
- cause (a situation or opposing parties) to come to a point where no progress can be made because of fundamental disagreement
"the meeting is deadlocked"
- (of a game or match) be tied, with the score level
- secure (a door) with a deadlock
"you can deadlock any exit door from the outside"