Interferer: meaning, definitions and examples

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interferer

 

[ ˌɪntərˈfɪərər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

in technology

A person or thing that interferes with a process, activity, or system, especially one that operates in a disruptive or unhelpful way.

Synonyms

disruptor, hindrance, obstruction

Examples of usage

  • The software update was an interferer, causing the system to crash repeatedly.
  • The faulty wiring in the device acted as an interferer, affecting its performance.
Context #2 | Noun

in communication

A person who intrudes on a private conversation or interaction.

Synonyms

eavesdropper, intruder, meddler

Examples of usage

  • The eavesdropper was considered an interferer in their discussion.
  • She felt uncomfortable with the presence of an interferer during their meeting.

Translations

Translations of the word "interferer" in other languages:

🇵🇹 interferente

🇮🇳 हस्तक्षेप करने वाला

🇩🇪 Störer

🇮🇩 pengganggu

🇺🇦 той, хто втручається

🇵🇱 interferent

🇯🇵 干渉者

🇫🇷 interférant

🇪🇸 interferente

🇹🇷 müdahale eden

🇰🇷 간섭자

🇸🇦 متدخل

🇨🇿 rušitel

🇸🇰 rušiteľ

🇨🇳 干扰者

🇸🇮 motilec

🇮🇸 truflandi

🇰🇿 кедергі келтіретін

🇬🇪 ჩარევა

🇦🇿 maneə törədən

🇲🇽 interferente

Word origin

The word 'interferer' originated from the verb 'interfere', which comes from the Latin word 'interferre' meaning 'to strike between'. The concept of interference has been present in various contexts throughout history, ranging from technological disruptions to personal intrusions.

See also: interference.