Meaning & Definition of word "Uninterrupted"

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    Uninterrupted

    ˌʌnɪnˈtɛrəptɪd

    adjective:

    • 1. Not interrupted; continuous.
      • Example: The concert lasted for three hours of uninterrupted music.
    • 2. Without any breaks or pauses.
      • Example: She enjoyed an uninterrupted view of the sunset from the mountain top.
    • 3. Continuous in time or space; without breaks.
      • Example: The uninterrupted flow of water through the river was soothing to hear.
    • 4. Occurring without cessation.
      • Example: He worked for an uninterrupted period to finish the project on time.

    Etymology

    From the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and 'interrupted', which comes from Latin 'interruptus', meaning 'broken between'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    uninterrupted line:

    A continuous supply or flow of something.

    uninterrupted service:

    A service that does not have any interruptions.

    uninterrupted conversation:

    A discussion that occurs without any breaks.

    Related Words

    interrupted:

    To break the continuity of something.

    continuity:

    The unbroken and consistent existence or operation of something.

    Slang Meanings of uninterrupted

    Meaning: On a roll

    Example Sentence: He's on a roll today, everything he says is uninterrupted laughter.

    Meaning: In the zone

    Example Sentence: When she's writing, she's in the zone and is completely uninterrupted.