Definitions

1. noun

a situation in which two or more people or groups are unable to reach an agreement, usually because they have opposing views or needs, resulting in a stalemate or impasse.

“The labor union and the management were in a deadlock over the proposed contract changes.”

2. noun

a state of inactivity or immobility, often caused by a lack of progress or a lack of resources.

“The project was in a deadlock due to the lack of funding and personnel.”

3. noun

a situation in which a computer program or a set of computer processes are blocked or unable to continue, often because of a conflict or an error.

“The database system was experiencing a deadlock due to a software bug.”

4. verb

to bring or come to a state of deadlock, often in a situation or a process.

“The negotiations deadlocked over the key issue of funding.”

5. verb

to block or obstruct, often in a way that prevents progress or movement.

“The company’s finances deadlocked due to the economic downturn.”