Time-out
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈtaɪm.aʊt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Time-out is a noun meaning (sports) A short break in the action of a sport, for substitution, consultation, etc.
Meaning
(sports) A short break in the action of a sport, for substitution, consultation, etc.
More Meanings
- (childish) A break from a tense, heated or stressful situation (often enforced, sometimes as a disciplinary measure); a cooling-off period.
- (informal) A perhaps temporary break in a relationship.
- (communication) The abortion of an incomplete task after a time limit considered long enough for it to end normally.
Example Sentences
We're being beaten! We need a time-out!
I'm going to take a brief time-out from this job.
As punishment, my mom gave me a 15-minute time-out.
Hitting people is not acceptable! Go to your room and take a time-out!
Word Forms
- time-outs
- timeout
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include hold, timeout, break, corner, punishment, recess.
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