hard stop en · NOUN
Meanings
- A mechanical device that limits the travel of a mechanism.
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A definite time when someone must end a task; a non-negotiable deadline.
I have a hard stop at 4 pm, so please try to cover everything in the meeting before then.
- A tactic used by armed police to stop a vehicle believed to contain dangerous criminals.
- Synonym of full stop.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| hard-stop | alternative | lexicographic | |
| hard stops | Number=Plur | lexicographic |