English Explanatory Dictionary

deadlock

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A standstill resulting from the opposition of two evenly matched forces; a stalemate or impasse.
  2. An inability to continue due to two programs or devices each requiring a response from the other before completing an operation.
  3. Synonym of deadbolt (“type of lock”).
verb
  1. To cause or come to a deadlock.
  2. To bring to a state of deadlock.

Pronunciation

/ˈdɛdˌlɒk/ /ˈdɛdˌlɑk/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Flame, not lame-deadlock.wav /ˈdedˌlɔk/

Word forms

deadlock deadlocks deadlocking deadlocked

Etymology

From dead + lock.

Synonyms

deadbolt

Derived words

antideadlock break the deadlock deadlockable
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