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Shutout

/ˈʃʌtˌaʊt/ · noun

Meaning

Closing and forbidding entry, as a lockout in which management prevents works from working..

Definitions by Sense

  1. Closing and forbidding entry, as a lockout in which management prevents works from working.
  2. (sports) A game that ends with the losing side being held scoreless.

Example Sentences

A shutout is a reverse strike: the union complained and the workers wanted to work, but management was opposed.
The score wasn't just lopsided: it was a shutout.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does shutout mean?

Shutout means Closing and forbidding entry, as a lockout in which management prevents works from working..

What is a synonym for shutout?

Common synonyms include zilch.

What is the opposite of shutout?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use shutout in a sentence?

A shutout is a reverse strike: the union complained and the workers wanted to work, but management was opposed.

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