chainbreak

/ˈtʃeɪnbriːk/

Definitions

1. noun

A sudden stop or disconnection, especially of a machine or a process.

“The power outage caused a chainbreak in the production line.”

2. verb

To break or discontinue a chain or series, especially of events or processes.

“The new policy will chainbreak the cycle of poverty in our community.”

Synonyms

  • disruption
  • rupture

Antonyms

  • continuation
  • perseverance