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Definition of slowdown

slowdown

/ˈsloʊˌdaʊn/
slow · down
Plural:slowdowns
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slowdown Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A decline in economic activity, production, or growth, or a general decrease in speed or progress.

Example

"Analysts warned that rising interest rates could trigger a broader economic slowdown."

2

North American An industrial action in which employees deliberately reduce their pace of work and productivity to pressure management without going on a full strike.

Example

"The transit union organized a coordinated slowdown to protest the stalled contract negotiations."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Written as a single word, 'slowdown' is a noun referring to a decrease in speed or activity; the two-word phrase 'slow down' functions as a phrasal verb.

• Rhymes for slowdown

• Nearby Words

slow loris
slow worm
slowcoach
slowdown
slowish
slowly
slowness

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Slowdown. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/slowdown
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