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break short vs interrupt

interrupt vs break short

break short is not a noun while interrupt is a noun.

break short and interrupt both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
break short No No Yes No
interrupt Yes No Yes No
As verbs, interrupt is a hypernym of break short; that is, interrupt is a word with a broader meaning than break short:
  • break short: interrupt before its natural or planned end
  • interrupt: terminate or end
Other hypernyms of break short include break.
break short (noun) interrupt (noun)
a signal that temporarily stops the execution of a program so that another procedure can be carried out
break short (verb) interrupt (verb)
interrupt before its natural or planned end terminate or end
destroy the peace or tranquility of
interfere in someone else's activity
make a break in
Difference between break short and interrupt

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