A break, discontinuance, or interruption
That which breaks off, or is broken off
The first shot in a game of snooker or other cue-game
To play the first shot in a game of snooker
An intermission in any order of succession; any breach of continuity in action or influence.
The period of time between the end of a sovereign's reign and the accession of another sovereign.
A period of time during which normal executive leadership is suspended or interrupted.