How to Pronounce “lockoff” in English
/lɒkkɒff/
lo·ckoff
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IPA/lɒkkɒff/
Syllableslo·ckoff
What does “lockoff” mean?
NOUN
- Any of various mechanisms that prevent a device or circuit from operating under certain circumstances, typically as a safety feature.
- A lockdown of part of a facility.
Example sentences
- “A highly desirable feature is an atmospheric lockoff which tends to close the fuel line to the carburetor tighter as the pressure of the gas behind the valve increases.”
- “On my way I got caught in a "lockoff" and security said nobody could move. When I told them it was an emergency, they just said that was too bad — it was a "lockoff" and I ought to understand the rules.”
How to pronounce “lockoff”
- Syllables:
- lo · ckoff
- IPA:
- /lɒkkɒff/
- Listen for:
- the stressed syllable in the pronunciation — notice how the vowel sound is clearly emphasized.
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How do you pronounce “lockoff”?
“lockoff” is pronounced /lɒkkɒff/ (lo · ckoff). Listen to the audio pronunciation above to hear it spoken clearly.
How many syllables are in “lockoff”?
“lockoff” has 2 syllables: lo · ckoff.
What does “lockoff” mean?
Any of various mechanisms that prevent a device or circuit from operating under certain circumstances, typically as a safety feature.