English to English
pause
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noun (n)
- a time interval during which there is a temporary cessation of something(noun.time)source: wordnet30
- temporary inactivity(noun.act)source: wordnet30
- A temporary stop or rest; an intermission of action; interruption; suspension; cessation.(noun)source: webster1913
verb (v)
- interrupt temporarily an activity before continuing(verb.stative)Example:
The speaker paused.
source: wordnet30 - To make a short stop; to cease for a time; to intermit speaking or acting; to stop; to wait; to rest.(verb)source: webster1913
- To cause to stop or rest; -- used reflexively.(verb)source: webster1913