Interruption: meaning, definitions and examples

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interruption

[ ˌɪntəˈrʌpʃən ]

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in conversation

The act of interrupting someone or something, or the state of being interrupted.

Synonyms

disruption, disturbance

Examples of usage

I'm sorry for the interruption, but I have an urgent message for you.
Please try to avoid interruptions while I'm speaking.

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in a process

A break or pause in a process or activity.

Synonyms

break, pause

Examples of usage

The power outage caused an interruption in the production line.
We experienced an interruption in our internet service.

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in a broadcast

A temporary cessation or suspension of a radio or television program.

Synonyms

break, pause

Examples of usage

We apologize for the interruption in this program. We will return shortly.
The live broadcast was interrupted by breaking news.

Translations

Translations of the word "interruption" in other languages:

🇵🇹 interrupção

🇮🇳 विघ्न

🇩🇪 Unterbrechung

🇮🇩 gangguan

🇺🇦 перерва

🇵🇱 przerwa

🇯🇵 中断

🇫🇷 interruption

🇪🇸 interrupción

🇹🇷 kesinti

🇰🇷 중단

🇸🇦 مقاطعة

🇨🇿 přerušení

🇸🇰 prerušenie

🇨🇳 中断

🇸🇮 prekinitev

🇮🇸 truflun

🇰🇿 үзіліс

🇬🇪 შეწყვეტა

🇦🇿 fasilə

🇲🇽 interrupción

Word origin

The word 'interruption' originated from the Latin word 'interruptio', which means a breaking off. The concept of interruption has been present throughout history, as various interruptions occur in daily life, communication, and technology. In modern times, interruptions are often seen as disruptions in the flow of events or activities, leading to pauses or breaks in continuity.