lockout
//ˈlɒk.aʊt//
Noun
lockoutSingular
lockoutsPlural
1
A situation in which an employer refuses to allow workers to enter their workplace until they agree to certain conditions, typically used as a tactic during labor disputes.
The company announced a lockout after negotiations with the union broke down.
2
A period during which a system, device, or account is inaccessible, often as a security measure after failed login attempts.
After three failed password attempts, there is a 30-minute lockout on your account.