to interrupt

verb
  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.