stagnation
Pronunciation
  • IPA: /stæɡˈneɪʃən/
Noun

stagnation

  1. inactivity
    The general concern about industrial stagnation inspired an overhaul of the patent system.
  2. being stagnant; being without circulation
    Factors known to encourage the growth of harmful bacteria inside cooling systems include the stagnation of the water.
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