Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
go-slow
noun
/ˈɡoʊ ˈsloʊ/
Definition
A deliberate slowdown of work, often as a form of protest or to negotiate better conditions.
Examples
- The workers decided to implement a go-slow to highlight their concerns.
- The management noticed the go-slow immediately affected productivity.
Meaning
The term ‘go-slow’ refers to a tactic where employees intentionally reduce the speed of their work, usually in response to dissatisfaction with their working conditions or wages.
Synonyms
- slowdown
- work-to-rule
- gradual pace
