DelayWordNet Explorer
Explore synonyms, antonyms, hypernyms, hyponyms, and semantic relationships for “delay” powered by Princeton WordNet.
noun
the act of delaying; inactivity resulting in something being put off until a later time
Words in this synset: holdup
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being inactive; being less active
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an act of delaying or interrupting the continuity
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detention of a ship or freight car or other cargo beyond its scheduled time of departure
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a delay in enforcing rights or claims or privileges; refraining from acting
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act of putting off to a future time
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the act of procrastinating; putting off or delaying or defering an action to a later time
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the act of slowing down or falling behind