/səˈspen.dər/ 
/-dɚ/ n
Definition
[C] UK (US garter) a type of button that fastens onto a woman's stockings to hold them up
suspension noun (STOP)
/səˈspen.ʃən/ n
Definition
•
[U] when someone stops something happening, operating, etc. for a period of time
The suspension of fighting is to take effect at 6 am on Monday.
There have been calls for the drug's immediate suspension, following reports that it has dangerous side effects.
•
[C or U] when a person is temporarily not allowed to work, go to school or take part in an activity, as a punishment
The union is protesting about the suspension of a restaurant worker.
The footballer is likely to receive a three-match suspension following an incident in yesterday's game.
suspension noun (VEHICLE)
/səˈspen.ʃən/ n
Definition
[U] equipment fixed to the wheels of a vehicle which reduces the uncomfortable effects of going over road surfaces that are not even
suspension noun (LIQUID)
/səˈspen.ʃən/ n
Definition
[C] a liquid in which small pieces of solid are contained, but not dissolved
a suspension of fine cornflour in corn oil
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