English

Alternative forms

• show-stopper, show stopper

Noun

showstopper ‎(plural showstoppers)

1. A performance or segment of a theatrical production that induces a positive audience reaction strong enough to pause the production.
2. Any impediment that prevents all further progress; especially a software bug that must be fixed before any further development is possible.

Usage notes

Ambiguous connotation, depending on context: very good or very bad.

Translations

See also

• deal breaker