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English
Etymology
From show + stopper.
Pronunciation
Noun
showstopper (plural showstoppers)
- A performance or segment of a theatrical production that induces a positive audience reaction strong enough to pause the production.
- Any impediment that prevents all further progress.
- (computing) A software bug that must be fixed before any further development is possible.
- Synonym: blocker
Usage notes
Ambiguous connotation, depending on context: very good or very bad.
Translations
(in theatrical production)
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