stopping

[ˈstɒpɪŋ]

stopping Definition

• 1. the act of bringing something to a halt or ending something
• 2. a material used to fill a hole or crack in a surface

Using stopping: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "stopping" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The stopping of the train was sudden and unexpected.

• Example

  The stopping of the project was due to lack of funding.

• Example

  He used a stopping to fill the gap in the wall.

• Example

  The dentist applied a stopping to the cavity.

stopping Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for stopping

• halt
• cessation
• termination
• closure
• blockage

Antonyms for stopping

• continuation
• proceeding

Phrases with stopping

• bus stopping

  a designated place where a bus stops to pick up or drop off passengers

  Example

  The bus stopping is just around the corner.

• stopping power

  the ability of a bullet or other projectile to stop or incapacitate a target

  Example

  The stopping power of this gun is impressive.

• stopping distance

  the distance a vehicle travels from the time its brakes are applied until it comes to a complete stop

  Example

  The stopping distance of this car is shorter than most others in its class.

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Summary: stopping in Brief

The term 'stopping' [ˈstɒpɪŋ] refers to the act of bringing something to a halt or ending something, as in 'The stopping of the train was sudden and unexpected.' It can also refer to a material used to fill a hole or crack in a surface, such as 'He used a stopping to fill the gap in the wall.' Other phrases include 'bus stopping,' 'stopping power,' and 'stopping distance.'