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Definitions for: Deadlock [n] a situation in which no progress can be made; "reached an impasse on the negotiations"
Webster (1913) Definition: Dead"lock`, n.
1. A lock which is not self-latching, but requires a key to
throw the bolt forward.
2. A counteraction of things, which produces an entire
stoppage; a complete obstruction of action.
Things are at a deadlock. --London
Times.
The Board is much more likely to be at a deadlock of
two to two. --The Century.
Synonyms: impasse, stalemate, standstill
See Also: arrest, check, halt, hitch, stay, stop, stoppage
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