INTERRUPT

/ˌɪntəˈɹʌpt/ ► audio Scrabble 11 Words With Friends 14

Scrabble letter values: I1N1T1E1R1R1U1P3T1 = 11

Definition

  1. noun a signal that temporarily stops the execution of a program so that another procedure can be carried out.
  2. verb make a break in. — synonyms: disrupt, break_up, cut_off
  3. verb destroy the peace or tranquility of. — synonyms: disturb
  4. verb interfere in someone else's activity. — synonyms: disrupt
  5. verb terminate. — synonyms: break

Examples

  • “We interrupt the program for the following messages”
  • “Don't interrupt me when I'm reading”
  • “Please don't interrupt me while I'm on the phone”

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