Shutoff
(noun)
An action of shutting off something, such as a valve or switch, that stops the flow or supply of something, such as water or electricity.
Origin:
From shut + off.
Examples:
- The water shutoff was located in the basement.
- The gas shutoff was located outside.
- The shutoff valve was used to control the flow of water.
- The shutoff switch was used to turn off the power.
- The shutoff was used to stop the flow of gas in case of emergency.