pause signal
[pɔːz ˈsɪɡnəl]
nounpl: pause signals
sinal de pausa
1. A command or indicator that temporarily stops an ongoing process, action, or transmission without terminating it completely
The pause signal interrupted the video playback without losing the current position.
O sinal de pausa interrompeu a reprodução do vídeo sem perder a posição atual.
2. In telecommunications or computing, a specific code or mechanism used to halt operations temporarily
The technician sent a pause signal to the server to perform maintenance.
O técnico enviou um sinal de pausa para o servidor realizar manutenção.
3. A linguistic or prosodic feature indicating a temporary cessation in speech or communication
The speaker used a pause signal before delivering the important announcement.
O palestrante usou um sinal de pausa antes de fazer o anúncio importante.
The term 'pause signal' is primarily technical jargon used in digital media, telecommunications, and computing industries. In Brazil, it's commonly encountered in software interfaces, streaming services, and technical documentation. The concept reflects modern digital culture where temporary suspension of processes is a standard feature in all media consumption and data transmission.
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