interference

//ˌɪntərˈfɪərəns//
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Noun

interferenceSingular
interferencesPlural
1

The act of interfering or getting involved in a situation where one's involvement is not wanted or helpful.

I resent his constant interference in my personal life.

2

Something that prevents a process, activity, or signal from continuing or being received properly.

There was interference on the radio signal during the storm.

3

In physics, the combination of two or more waves that results in a new wave pattern.

The interference of light waves creates colorful patterns.

4

In sports, the illegal obstruction of an opponent's movement or play.

The referee called interference on the defender for blocking the receiver.

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