slowdown

/ˈsloʊˌdaʊn/
/ˈslʌʊdaʊn/
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Other forms: slowdowns

Definitions of slowdown
  1. noun
    the act of slowing down or falling behind
    synonyms: lag, retardation
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    type of:
    delay, holdup
    the act of delaying; inactivity resulting in something being put off until a later time
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