1. a person who interrupts others while they are speaking
2. a device that breaks or interrupts an electrical circuit
Usage: technical

Examples

• The constant interrupter made it difficult for anyone to finish their thoughts during the meeting.
• She was known as an interrupter who never let others complete their sentences.
• The electrical interrupter automatically shut off power when the circuit overloaded.
• The teacher asked the interrupter to raise his hand before speaking.
• A faulty interrupter caused the lights to flicker repeatedly.
• The debate became chaotic because of one persistent interrupter in the audience.