cutoff

• 名词，指设定的界限，超过该界限某事物便无法运作或必须停止。

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.

   截止点

   • 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.

   同义词boundarycapceilingdeadlinelimitthreshold

   反义词allowancecontinuationextensionpermission

2. Shortcut routeB1informal

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

   近路

   • 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.

   同义词bypassshortcut

3. Flow termination deviceB2formal

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

   截断装置

   • 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.

   同义词stopcockvalve