Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
stop-work
noun
/ˈstɒp wɜrk/
Definition
A temporary cessation of work activities, often due to labor disputes or organizational decision-making.
Examples
- The construction site faced a stop-work order due to safety violations.
- Employees staged a stop-work to demand better wages.
- After the management’s decision, there was a stop-work at the factory.
Meaning
Stop-work refers to the action of stopping all work on a project or task, typically as a directive from management or as part of a labor strike.
Synonyms
- halt
- cease
- discontinue
- pause
