INTERRUPT

/ˌɪntəˈɹʌpt/ ► audio Scrabble 11 Words With Friends 14

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

  • “The interrupt caused the packet handler routine to run.”
  • “A maverick politician repeatedly interrupted the debate by shouting.”
  • “The evenness of the road was not interrupted by a single hill.”

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