Haltered: meaning, definitions and examples
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haltered
[ ˈhɔːltərd ]
past tense
The term 'haltered' refers to the past action of stopping or bringing to a halt something that was in motion. It is derived from the verb 'halt,' which means to stop or cease movement or operation. In a more figurative sense, 'haltered' can also imply that an activity or progress has been interrupted or paused. The use of 'haltered' is often associated with scenarios where a decisive stop is needed. It can be used in various contexts, including physical actions, processes, or even metaphorical scenarios where plans or ideas are halted.
Synonyms
interrupted, paused, stopped, suspended.
Examples of usage
- She haltered her speech when she realized he was not listening.
- The construction work was haltered due to bad weather.
- He haltered his plans for the trip unexpectedly.
Translations
Translations of the word "haltered" in other languages:
🇵🇹 cabeça de halter
🇮🇳 हैंगर
🇩🇪 Halter
🇮🇩 penggantung
🇺🇦 гальмував
🇵🇱 wstrzymany
🇯🇵 ハルタード
🇫🇷 suspendu
🇪🇸 detenido
🇹🇷 durdurulmuş
🇰🇷 중단된
🇸🇦 معلق
🇨🇿 pozastavený
🇸🇰 pozastavený
🇨🇳 暂停的
🇸🇮 ustavljen
🇮🇸 stöðva
🇰🇿 тоқтатылған
🇬🇪 დაჩერებული
🇦🇿 dayandırılmış
🇲🇽 detenido
Etymology
The word 'halt' comes from the Middle English term 'halten,' which means to stop or bring to a standstill. Its roots can be traced back to the Old French word 'halter,' which means to stop or rest. The evolution into 'haltered' as a past participle or past tense form maintains the central meaning of stopping an action or process. The concept of halting has been significant through various contexts, from physical actions like stopping a vehicle to metaphorical interpretations in discussions about progress or society. The terms related to 'halt' have been used in literature since the Middle Ages to indicate the cessation of motion or activity, marking social, emotional, or physical stops in the narrative.