Associations to the word «Lockdown»

Wiktionary

LOCKDOWN, noun. (in an institution, such as a prison or school) The confinement of people in their own rooms (or cells) as a security measure after a disturbance
LOCKDOWN, noun. (US) A contrivance to fasten logs together in rafting.

Dictionary definition

LOCKDOWN, noun. The act of confining prisoners to their cells (usually to regain control during a riot).

Wise words

Think twice before you speak, because your words and influence will plant the seed of either success or failure in the mind of another.
Napoleon Hill