1. (

• interrupt ,
• disrupt ,
• break_up ,
• cut_off

) make a break in; "We interrupt the program for the following messages" ;

2. (

• disrupt ,

) throw into disorder; "This event disrupted the orderly process" ;

3. (

• interrupt ,
• disrupt

) interfere in someone else's activity; "Please don't interrupt me while I'm on the phone" ;