cutoff

• Substantivo que designa um limite estabelecido, a partir do qual algo não pode mais funcionar ou deve ser encerrado; também se refere ao ponto ou momento em que algo é interrompido ou desligado.

A noun referring to a designated limit beyond which something cannot function or must be terminated.

1. Designated limitB2formal

   A point or limit beyond which something is not allowed to continue or function.

   Limite

   • The cutoff for applications is next Friday.
   • There is a strict cutoff age for this program.
   • The system has a safety cutoff to prevent overheating.

   Sinônimosboundarycapceilingdeadlinelimitthreshold

   Antônimosallowancecontinuationextensionpermission

2. Shortcut routeB1informal

   A path or route that is shorter than the usual way.

   Atalho

   • We took a cutoff through the woods to save time.
   • The old road serves as a cutoff between the two towns.
   • He knows a cutoff that avoids the traffic jam.

   Sinônimosbypassshortcut

3. Flow termination deviceB2formal

   A device used to stop the flow of a substance, such as water or gas, in a pipe.

   Dispositivo de bloqueio de fluxo

   • The plumber installed a cutoff valve for the main water line.
   • A gas cutoff automatically activates during a leak.
   • The cutoff switch is located near the boiler.

   Sinônimosstopcockvalve