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lacune — meaning in English

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English meaning

hiatus noun A gap or interruption in something that would otherwise be continuous.

Senses

lacune is used for these senses in English:

hiatus A gap in a series, making it incomplete.
lacuna An absent part, especially in a book or other piece of writing, often referring to an ancient manuscript or similar.

hiatus — full definition

noun A gap or interruption in something that would otherwise be continuous.
noun A gap or opening, used in technical contexts such as anatomy or geology.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Related Dutch words

hiaat gat interruptie onderbreking pauze vakantie taalhiaat