Definition of pause

noun (n)

• a time interval during which there is a temporary cessation of something (noun.time)

  Synonym: break, intermission, interruption, suspension
  

  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)

  Synonym: hesitate
  

  Example:
  The speaker paused.
  

  source: wordnet30
• cease an action temporarily (verb.communication)

  Synonym: break, intermit
  

  Example:
  We pause for station identification.
  

  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

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