English Explanatory Dictionary

downtime

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. Time lost due to the failure of some system or machinery, such as a computer crash or power outage.
  2. A period of time when work or other activity is less intense or stops.
  3. A period of time set aside for relaxation and rest; leisure time, free time.

Pronunciation

/ˈdaʊntaɪm/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-downtime.wav /ˈdaʊnˌtaɪm/

Word forms

downtime downtimes down time down-time

Etymology

From down (“out of order; out of service; inoperable”) + time.

Antonyms

uptime
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