disruption
Translation
disruption, interruption, disturbance
Examples
The storm caused a disruption in service.
The storm caused a disruption in service.
There were constant disruptions during the meeting.
There were constant disruptions during the meeting.
The internet is a major disruption to traditional media.
The internet is a major disruption to traditional media.
Grammar Patterns
a disruption in ((sth.)) an interruption in the progress of (sth.) The storm caused a disruption in service.
a disruption to ((sth.)) something that interrupts an event or process The internet is a major disruption to traditional media.
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Etymology
The noun form of the verb 'disrupt'. From 'dis-' (apart) + 'rupt' (to break) + '-ion' (noun suffix).
Memory Tips
If you 'disrupt' something (verb), you cause a 'disruption' (noun). The action leads to the result.