discontinuity
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/ˌdɪsˌkɑːntɪˈnuːəti/
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/ˌdɪsˌkɒntɪˈnjuːəti/
noun
R
A gap or interruption in something that is expected to be continuous.
There was a discontinuity in the power supply, causing the computer to shut down.
R
A sudden change in a process or pattern.
The discontinuity in the weather caused a delay in our travel plans.
translation
A gap or interruption in something that is expected to be continuous.; A sudden change in a process or pattern.
Word Forms
Plural
discontinuities