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Definition interval in British English

interval noun

[countable] noun
/ˈɪntə(r)v(ə)l/
1

a period of time between two events

Example

The normal interval between our meetings is six weeks.

Example

Payments are to be resumed after an interval of several months.

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2

a short break between the parts of something such as a play or a concert

Example

How long is the interval?

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3

a space or distance between two things

Example

There are pillars at three-foot intervals for reinforcement.

4

a difference in pitch between two musical notes

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Definition interval in British English