suspension

• Substantiv, das die vorübergehende Aussetzung oder Einstellung einer Tätigkeit oder eines Vorgangs bezeichnet, oder das Federungssystem eines Fahrzeugs, das das Chassis stützt und Straßenstöße dämpft; auch eine feine Verteilung fester Partikel in einer Flüssigkeit.

A noun referring to the act of temporarily stopping something from happening or operating, or a system of springs and shock absorbers in a vehicle that supports the chassis and absorbs road shocks.

1. Temporary stopB2formal

   The act of temporarily stopping something from happening or continuing.

   Aussetzung

   • The school announced the suspension of classes due to the storm.
   • The company faced a suspension of its operations after the scandal.
   • The judge ordered the suspension of the trial pending new evidence.

   Synonymeabeyanceadjournmentdeferralhiatusinterruptionmoratoriumpausepostponementrespitestay

   Antonymecontinuationproceedingresumption

2. Vehicle systemB2formaltechnical

   The system of springs and shock absorbers that supports a vehicle's body and absorbs road shocks.

   Fahrzeugaufhängung

   • The car's suspension needs to be repaired after hitting a pothole.
   • A good suspension system ensures a smooth ride on rough roads.
   • He upgraded the suspension on his truck for off-road driving.

   Synonymesuspension system

3. Chemical mixtureC1formalscientific

   A mixture in which solid particles are dispersed throughout a liquid but not dissolved.

   Suspension

   • The pharmacist prepared a suspension of the medication for the patient.
   • In chemistry class, we studied how a suspension differs from a solution.
   • The muddy water is a suspension of soil particles in water.

4. PunishmentB2formal

   A temporary removal from a position, job, or school as a disciplinary measure.

   Suspendierung

   • The student received a three-day suspension for breaking the rules.
   • The athlete faced a suspension after failing a drug test.
   • His suspension from the team was due to repeated misconduct.

   Synonymedebarmentexclusionremovalrustication