What is another word for dead-time?

Pronunciation: [dˈɛdtˈa͡ɪm] (IPA)

Dead-time refers to a period when no activity or work is being done. Some synonyms for dead-time include downtime, idle time, wait time, leisure time, and free time. Downtime refers to a period of unproductive time, usually during maintenance or repair work. Idle time is time spent waiting for something, such as a bus or elevator. Wait time is the time spent waiting for a service, such as in a doctor's office or at a restaurant. Leisure time and free time refer to periods of time when a person is not working or engaged in any mandatory activity. These synonyms are all related to periods of unproductive time.

What are the hypernyms for Dead-time?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    downtime, lull, idle time, unproductive time, Dull time, Sluggish time, unoccupied time.

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