deadline

noun

A time limit in the form of a date on or before which something must be completed.

(archaic) A boundary around a prison, prisoners crossing which would be shot.

(archaic) A guideline marked on a plate for a printing press.

(archaic) A line that does not move.

verb

(military) To render an item non-mission-capable; to ground an aircraft, etc.

Synonyms for deadline

cutoffn limitn

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