noun
- a device that interrupts an electric current
- a person or thing that interrupts
Usage: technical
Examples
- The interruptor automatically cut power when the circuit overloaded.
- A faulty interruptor caused the lights to flicker repeatedly.
- The teacher asked the constant interruptor to wait for others to finish speaking.
- An electrical interruptor protects equipment from power surges.
- The interruptor switch controls the flow of electricity in the circuit.