Slowdown ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Slowdown ( noun )

1. A reduction in the rate of activity, progress, or performance.
2. A temporary reduction in economic activity.

Origin:

Late 19th century: from slow + down.

Examples:

1. The company is experiencing a slowdown in sales.
2. The economy is in a slowdown.
3. A slowdown in production.
4. The slowdown in the housing market.
5. The team experienced a slowdown in the second half.

(As a verb)

Slowdown ( verb )

1. A reduction in the rate of activity, progress, or performance.
2. A temporary reduction in economic activity.

Origin:

Late 19th century: from slow + down.

Examples:

1. The company is experiencing a slowdown in sales.
2. The economy is in a slowdown.
3. A slowdown in production.
4. The slowdown in the housing market.
5. The team experienced a slowdown in the second half.