disconnection

Everyday

1. The act of cutting off a supply, such as electricity, gas, water, phone or internet. tree →
2. A break in a link between things: «a disconnection in the circuit». tree →
3. A feeling of not being close to or in touch with other people or things. tree →

In the lessons

In science: a disconnection in a circuit stops the current. In everyday adult life: families who cannot pay the bills may face disconnection of their power or water. In computing: internet disconnection. In feelings: some people feel a disconnection from friends after moving. Phrases: «disconnection from», «face disconnection», «a sense of disconnection».

Examples

• A disconnection in the wire made the buzzer stop. tree →
• The game froze after an internet disconnection. tree →
• The company warned of disconnection if the bill was not paid. tree →
• After moving schools, Leo felt a disconnection from his old friends. tree →
• Check every joint for a disconnection. tree →
• Too much screen time can cause disconnection from family. tree →

Note

Countable. Verb: «disconnect». Opposite: «connection». Double N from «connect».