lockout

//ˈlɒk.aʊt//
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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.