There has been a work stoppage at the mill for two weeks while the new contract is being negotiated.
The earthquake has resulted in a general stoppage of basic services to the community.
WordNet 3.0 Sense Numbers: 1
This fluid is good for clearing out stoppages in your drains.
The doctor suspects a stoppage in the patient's upper GI tract.
Silt has effectively created a stoppage at the mouth of the river.
WordNet 3.0 Sense Numbers: 2
The stoppage of the ball was achieved by a lineman who tackled the quarterback.
The terrible noise was the stoppage of our rotary engine.
The outfielder's stoppage of the ball prevented a home run.
WordNet 3.0 Sense Numbers: 3
The heavyweight's stoppage of his opponent occurred in just three rounds.
WordNet 0.0 Sense Numbers: 1c