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suspension

noun

/səˈspɛnʃən/

Meaning

The act of temporarily stopping something; also refers to a system in vehicles that absorbs shock.

The player received a three-game suspension for misconduct.

pause, stoppage, interruption, postponement, delay

continuation, resumption, progress

suspension bridge, school suspension, temporary suspension, suspension system

an ancient horse-drawn vehicle used in warfare and racing

a medicine containing opium, once used to relieve pain and diarrhea

A written law passed by a legislative body.

The acquisition or gradual gathering of something.

The action of working with someone to produce or create something.

dried chili peppers used as spice for adding heat to food