downtime

noun
UK: /ˈdaʊntaɪm/
US: /ˈdaʊntaɪm/

  1. Time when a machine, system, or organization is not working or available.

    1. The factory had some downtime this week.
    2. Our server maintenance caused significant downtime for our customers accessing the website.

  2. A period of relaxation; time spent resting or doing something enjoyable.

    1. I need some downtime after work.
    2. Everyone needs downtime to recharge and avoid burnout, so I plan my vacation.

Synonyms

rest recreation standstill holiday break

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "downtime" in English means: Time when a machine, system, or organization is not working or available., A period of relaxation; time spent resting or doing something enjoyable..

The phonetic transcription of "downtime" is /ˈdaʊntaɪm/ in British English and /ˈdaʊntaɪm/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "downtime": rest, recreation, standstill, holiday, break.

Example usage of "downtime": "The factory had some downtime this week.". More examples on the page.