Uninterrupted

ˌʌnɪnˈtɛrəptɪd

Meaning & Definition

adjective
Not interrupted; continuous.
The concert lasted for three hours of uninterrupted music.
Without any breaks or pauses.
She enjoyed an uninterrupted view of the sunset from the mountain top.
Continuous in time or space; without breaks.
The uninterrupted flow of water through the river was soothing to hear.
Occurring without cessation.
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

On a roll
He's on a roll today, everything he says is uninterrupted laughter.
In the zone
When she's writing, she's in the zone and is completely uninterrupted.