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inactive

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/ɪnˈæktɪv/ English

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  1. Not active, temporarily or permanently.“An inactive boy, he rarely exercised and preferred to stay indoors.”
  2. Not functioning or operating; broken down“The photocopier is inactive pending repair.”
  3. Retired from duty or service.“Admiral Jones is now on the inactive list.”
  4. Relatively inert.“Aluminium is inactive towards water.”

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