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interrupt
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n. On a computer, an event that interrupts normal processing and temporarily
diverts flow-of-control through an interrupt handler routine. See also trap.
2. interj. A request for attention from a hacker. Often explicitly spoken.
Interrupt have you seen Joe recently? See priority interrupt.