interval

B1
Pronunciation
/ˈɪntəvəl/
/ˈɪntɚvəl/
Noun
7 definition(s)
1 Definition

A distance in space.

2 Definition

A period of time.

Example Sentences
  • the interval between contractions during childbirth
3 Definition

The difference (a ratio or logarithmic measure) in pitch between two notes, often referring to those two pitches themselves (otherwise known as a dyad).

4 Definition

A connected section of the real line which may be empty or have a length of zero.

5 Definition

An intermission.

6 Definition

Half time, a scheduled intermission between the periods of play

7 Definition

Either of the two breaks, at lunch and tea, between the three sessions of a day's play