stopping

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun fastener consisting of a narrow strip of welded metal used to join steel members
  2. noun the kind of playing that involves pressing the fingers on the strings of a stringed instrument to control the pitch
  3. verb come to a halt, stop moving

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