hiatus
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Noun — A gap or interruption in something that would otherwise be continuous.
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How to use hiatus
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Etymology
A learned borrowing from Latin "hiatus" (an opening), from "hio" meaning "to stand open, yawn."
Full origin of hiatus →Frequently asked questions
What does “hiatus” mean?
The word “hiatus” means a gap or interruption in something that would otherwise be continuous. In plain terms, a pause or break in something — a TV show, a career, a process — with the sense that it will likely resume later.
How do you pronounce “hiatus”?
“Hiatus” is pronounced heye-AY-tuhs (/haɪˈeɪtəs/ in IPA).
How do you use “hiatus” in a sentence?
Here is “hiatus” used in a sentence: “The show is going on hiatus after this season.”
What part of speech is “hiatus”?
“Hiatus” is a noun.
Where does the word “hiatus” come from?
The word “hiatus” comes from Latin. A learned borrowing from Latin "hiatus" (an opening), from "hio" meaning "to stand open, yawn.".
Is “hiatus” a common word?
“Hiatus” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “hiatus” have?
“Hiatus” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a gap or interruption in something that would otherwise be continuous.