shut-off

[US]/[ʃʌt ɒf]/
[UK]/[ʃʌt ɒf]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.A device or switch for stopping the flow of something.; The act of stopping something.
v.To stop the flow of something.; To discontinue or end something.
adj.Designed to be turned off or stopped.

Phrases & Collocations

shut-off valve

shut-off switch

shut-off time

shut-off point

shut-off device

shut-off lever

shut-off function

shut-off system

shut-off valve's

Example Sentences

the water shut-off valve was leaking and needed to be replaced.

we had a power shut-off scheduled for maintenance this morning.

the gas shut-off switch is located near the water heater.

always double-check the shut-off before starting any repairs.

the automatic shut-off feature prevents overheating.

the well's water shut-off was a necessary precaution.

the emergency shut-off system activated during the fire.

the factory experienced a brief shut-off of the production line.

the pilot initiated a controlled shut-off of the engine.

the system has a convenient automatic shut-off timer.

the city announced a planned sewer shut-off for repairs.

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