interval

//ˈɪntərvəl//
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Noun

intervalSingular
intervalsPlural
1

A period of time between two events or activities.

There was a long interval between the two meetings.

2

A space or gap between two objects or points.

Plant the trees at regular intervals of two meters.

3

A short break between parts of a performance, such as a play or concert.

We bought drinks during the interval.

4

In music, the difference in pitch between two notes.

The interval between C and G is called a perfect fifth.