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Closing the gates: comparing "closedown" and "shutdown"

Reviewed and edited by Lloyd Cooper 29/09/2024, 03:32
English.me team member
Closedown and shutdown. What's the difference?

What is similar?

Both refer to the cessation of operations, typically of a business or service.

What is different?

Closedown often refers to a permanent end, whereas shutdown can be temporary or permanent.

Which one is more common?

Internet search results for closedown) and shutdown

Examples of usage

Closedown
  • The factory's closedown left many workers unemployed.
  • After the final show, the theater announced its closedown.
Shutdown
  • The government instituted a shutdown due to budget issues.
  • The power plant will undergo a temporary shutdown for maintenance.