/ˈdɛlˌaɪn/ or /ˈdɛlˌaɪn/ (DAI-lyn) or /ˈdeɪlˌaɪn/ (DAY-lyn)

Definitions

1. noun

A specific point in time by which a task or activity must be finished or completed.

“The project was finished well before the deadline for submission.”

2. noun

The point at which something becomes available or is released, especially a new product or service.

“The company is planning to launch their new smartphone on the deadline of next month.”

3. noun

A person or thing that is considered to be the most advanced or up-to-date.

“The deadline of the new gaming console is highly anticipated by gamers worldwide.”