blocks interrupts

[/blɑks ɪnˈtərəpts/]
verb phrase / noun phrase
bloqueia interrupções
1. In computing, to prevent or disable interrupt signals from being processed by the CPU or system
The critical section blocks interrupts to ensure data consistency.
A seção crítica bloqueia interrupções para garantir a consistência dos dados.
2. In general usage, to obstruct or prevent interruptions from occurring
The noise-canceling headphones block interrupts from external sounds.
Os fones de cancelamento de ruído bloqueiam interrupções de sons externos.
This is primarily technical terminology used in computer science, systems programming, and operating systems courses. It is equally understood in both Brazilian Portuguese and European Portuguese technical communities, though more common in academic and professional computing contexts than in everyday speech.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
disables interruptssuppresses interruptsmasks interruptsinhibits interrupts
Antonyms / Antônimos
enables interruptsallows interruptspermits interruptsunmasks interrupts

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
bloqueia interrupções
Standard technical terminology used in computing contexts
Portugal
bloqueia interrupções
Same technical terminology as Brazil
USA Technical
disables interrupts
Often used interchangeably in American computing literature

Related Words

interrupt handlerinterrupt service routinecontext switchingcritical sectionmutual exclusionsynchronization

Related Idioms & Phrases

blocks interrupts to prevent race conditions
blocks interrupts during critical sections
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