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disruption

dis·rup·tion [ diss rúpshən ] (plural dis·rup·tions)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. unwanted break: an unwelcome or unexpected break in a process or activity

2. suspension: the interruption or suspension of usual activity or progress

3. state of disorder: a state of disorder caused by outside influence

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