Hard stop

Noun

Définitions

1.NounA mechanical device that limits the travel of a mechanism.

2.NounA definite time when someone must end a task; a non-negotiable deadline.

"I have a hard stop at 4 pm, so please try to cover everything in the meeting before then."

3.NounA tactic used by armed police to stop a vehicle believed to contain dangerous criminals.

4.NounSynonym of full stop.

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