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hiatus

noun

/haɪˈeɪtəs/

Meaning

A pause or break in continuity of a process or activity.

The show returned after a long hiatus.

break, pause, gap, interruption, intermission

continuation, flow

long hiatus, brief hiatus, hiatus from work

A strong feeling of displeasure or hostility.

an electric cooking pot that cooks food slowly at low temperatures

A state of mental or emotional strain or tension resulting from adverse or demanding circumstances.

the outermost layer or boundary of something

A situation where there is too much traffic and movement becomes difficult.

a round fruit with red, green, or yellow skin