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interruptible

/ˌɪn.təˈrʌp.tə.bəl/
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• adjective

1

Capable of being interrupted, paused, or temporarily stopped before completion.

Example

"The software update runs as an interruptible background task so that users can pause it whenever they need more bandwidth."

2

Designating a utility supply, such as natural gas or electricity, that the provider may temporarily cut off during periods of peak demand in exchange for a lower rate.

Example

"The manufacturing plant signed an interruptible power contract to significantly reduce its monthly electricity expenses."

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• Rhymes for interruptible

• Nearby Words

interrogator
interrupt
interrupter
interruptible
interruption
interscholastic
interschool

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English from the verb 'interrupt' (from Latin 'interruptus', meaning 'broken apart') combined with the suffix '-ible'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Interruptible. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/interruptible
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