deadlock


dead·lock

noun \ˈded-ˌläk\

Definition of DEADLOCK

1
: a state of inaction or neutralization resulting from the opposition of equally powerful uncompromising persons or factions : standstill <the deadlock was broken with a key compromise>
2
: a tie score
deadlock verb

Examples of DEADLOCK

  1. City councilors reached a deadlock over the law.
  2. His goal broke a 3–3 deadlock.

First Known Use of DEADLOCK

1779

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