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The word "停摆" is formed by combining the character "停", which means to stop or halt, with the character "摆", which means to swing or oscillate; together they literally denote "stopping swinging", used to indicate a cessation of motion or activity, such as a clock stopping or operations halting.

Word Definition - 停摆

tíng bǎi (of a pendulum) to stop swinging; (of work, production, activities etc) to come to a halt; to be suspended; to be canceled; shutdown; (sports) lockout

Individual Character Details

停 tíng
摆 bǎi, bǎi