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interrupt
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.