hiatus
/ˈhaɪətəs/Definitions
1. noun
A break or gap in something, especially a period of time during which something is not happening or is suspended.
“The company’s financial reports revealed a significant hiatus in their profits over the past quarter.”
2. noun
A gap or interval in a person’s working or academic career, especially one caused by illness, maternity leave, or other circumstances.
“After a three-year hiatus from her job, she returned to work refreshed and revitalized.”
3. noun
A gap or interruption in a process or activity.
“The construction project experienced a hiatus due to the lack of necessary materials.”
4. verb
To pause or suspend an activity or process.
“The team’s coach decided to hiatus the practice session due to the heavy rain.”