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interrupted space

[ˌɪn.tə.ˈrʌp.tɪd speɪs]
nounpl: interrupted spaces
espaço interrompido
1. A physical or conceptual area or gap that is broken or discontinuous, often due to an obstruction or intervention
The interrupted space between the two buildings created an awkward alley.
O espaço interrompido entre os dois edifícios criou um beco desconfortável.
2. In topology or geometry, a region that lacks continuity or has a break in its structure
The interrupted space on the canvas showed where the artist had deliberately left a gap.
O espaço interrompido na tela mostrava onde o artista tinha deixado deliberadamente uma lacuna.
Synonyms
broken spacediscontinuous spacefragmented spacegapinterval
Antonyms
continuous spaceuninterrupted spaceseamless space

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
espaço interrompido
Standard usage in technical and architectural contexts
São Paulo
espaço interrompido
Common in urban planning and architectural discussions
Portugal
espaço interrompido
Used in formal architectural and academic contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

break in continuity
gap in the structure
discontinuous pattern
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