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Definition lapse in British English

lapse verb

[intransitive] verb
/læps/
1

to stop gradually or for a short time

Example

At this point the waiter came up with Maggie's drink and conversation lapsed.

Synonyms and related words
X has left the building disappear finish
Example

The permit was extended for another year before being left to lapse.

Synonyms and related words
come to an end pass run out
Definition lapse in British English