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Definition of lockout - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
eventsexclusion of people from a place or event
- There was a lockout at the concert for safety reasons.
2.
labormanagement prevents workers from entering the workplace
- The company announced a lockout during the negotiations.
3.
securitysystem or process that prevents unauthorized access
- The computer system initiated a lockout after too many failed login attempts..
4.
building accessUS situation of being unable to enter a buildingUS
- I experienced a lockout when I forgot my keys.
5.
machineryTECH. safety device preventing access to moving partsTECH.
- The machine has a lockout to ensure worker safety.
6.
fitnessTECH. final phase of a weightlifting motionTECH.
- He struggled with the lockout during the bench press.
Images of lockout
safety device preventing access to moving parts
Origin of lockout
Old English, loc (fastening) + ut (out)
Terms with lockout included in their meaning
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abr: Lockout-tagout
safety procedure to stop machines from starting during repair
Examples of lockout in a sentence
Due to the lockout, fans missed the game. The lockout affected hundreds of factory workers. Union leaders discussed the impact of the lockout. The lockout prevented any data breaches. A lockout was triggered by the security system. A lockout occurred when the door jammed.
The lockout lasted until the locksmith arrived. A lockout prevents accidental machine startups. The lockout must be engaged during maintenance. Her coach emphasized the importance of a strong lockout. The lockout is crucial for completing the lift safely.
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- French:lock-out, verrouillage, ...
- German:Aussperrung, Sperre, ...
- Italian:blocco, serrata, ...
- Spanish:cierre patronal, bloqueo, ...
- Portuguese:bloqueio, locaute, ...
- Chinese:封锁, 停工事件, ...
- Japanese:締め出し, ロックアウト, ...
- Arabic:إقصاء, إِغْلَاق, ...
- Hebrew:נְעִילָה, הַשְׁבָּתָה, ...
- Russian:локаут, блокировка, ...
- Ukrainian:блокування, відключення, ...
- Hindi:प्रवेश निषेध, तालाबंदी, ...
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