To stop the continuous progress of an activity or process by causing a break or disturbance. verb
The loud noise interrupted the speaker's presentation.
She was interrupted by a phone call in the middle of her work.
To break the continuity of a line or surface. verb
A row of trees interrupted the view of the mountains.
The fence was interrupted by a gate every few meters.
To stop someone from speaking by saying or doing something. verb
He interrupted her with a question before she could finish her explanation.
Please do not interrupt when someone else is talking.