n. Function: noun
1 an open space in a barrier FF1C; the sheep got through a gap in the fence FF1E;
Synonyms: breach, break, discontinuity, hole, opening
Related Words: fracture, rupture; chink, cleavage, cleft, crack, crevice, fissure, slit, slot; division, interspace, interval, separation; aperture, cranny, orifice
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Synonyms: RAVINE , arroyo, chasm, cleft, clough, clove, gorge, gulch
3 a period of discontinuity FF1C; a gap of an hour between speakers FF1E;
Synonyms: breach, break, hiatus, interim, interruption, interval, lacuna; compare PAUSE
Related Words: caesura, intermission, lull, pause, respite, rest