What does time out mean?
Time out means (communication) The allowed maximal time for a process to end normally..
Time out
/ˈtaɪm.aʊt/ · noun
Meaning
(communication) The allowed maximal time for a process to end normally..
Definitions by Sense
- (communication) The allowed maximal time for a process to end normally.
- (communication) The intentional termination of an incomplete task after a time limit considered long enough for it to end normally.
- (sports) Alternative form of time-out.
Example Sentences
My connection was so slow that I kept receiving timeouts when trying to view Web pages.
Synonyms for time out
Antonyms for time out
Related Words
Word Forms
- timeouts
- time out
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for time out?
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What is the opposite of time out?
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How do you use time out in a sentence?
My connection was so slow that I kept receiving timeouts when trying to view Web pages.
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