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