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countdown.

A count backward in fixed units to the time of some event, especially the launch of a space vehicle.

9 characters2 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun/ˈkaʊntˌdaʊn/
  1. A count backward in fixed units to the time of some event, especially the launch of a space vehicle.

  2. The acts of preparation carried out during this period.

  3. A radio or television program counting down the top songs of a given week, usually in reverse order and ending with the number one song.

Where this word comes from

From count + down.

verb
  1. To count down.

    nonstandard
Where this word comes from

From count + down.

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Last enriched 2026-09-10. Definitions are in English. Romanizations are shown when supplied by the source; syllable estimates are omitted for unsupported scripts.