pause meaning and definition

PAUSE noun

Definition of pause (noun)

1. a time interval during which there is a temporary cessation of something
   • synonyms: break, intermission, interruption, suspension
2. temporary inactivity

PAUSE verb

Definition of pause (verb)

1. interrupt temporarily an activity before continuing
   • "The speaker paused"
   • synonyms: hesitate
2. cease an action temporarily
   • "We pause for station identification"; "let's break for lunch"
   • synonyms: break, intermit