slowdownprocedure
nounUK /ˈsləʊdaʊn prəˈsiːdʒə/
US /ˈsloʊdaʊn prəˈsiːdʒər/
A set of steps for making something go slower.
The teacher used a slowdown procedure to help the class calm down after recess.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A formal rule for reducing speed in a factory or machine.
Workers followed the slowdown procedure before cleaning the conveyor belt.
3. A plan to make traffic move more slowly near a school.
The city added a slowdown procedure with signs and speed bumps.
4. A step-by-step way to calm a busy activity down.
The coach called a slowdown procedure to give the players a rest.