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deadlock

Pronunciation: /ˈdɛdˌlɒk/

The English word “deadlock” has 5 meanings listed here.

noun

  1. A standstill resulting from the opposition of two evenly matched forces; a stalemate or impasse.
  2. An inability to continue due to two programs or devices each requiring a response from the other before completing an operation.
  3. Synonym of deadbolt (“type of lock”).

verb

  1. To cause or come to a deadlock.
  2. To bring to a state of deadlock.

Etymology

From dead + lock.

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