Cutoff
(noun)
- The point or level beyond which something must not be allowed to go.
- The act of cutting off or disconnecting something.
- An artificial channel or watercourse, typically one used to divert water for irrigation or other purposes.
Origin:
Late 18th century: from cut off.
Examples:
- The cutoff for the application is next Friday.
- The cutoff for the electricity was at midnight.
- The cutoff point for the test was 70%.
- The cutoff valve controls the flow of water.
- The cutoff channel diverts the water to the irrigation system.