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Noun: interval  in-tu(r)-vul
  1. A definite length of time marked off by two instants
    - time interval
     
  2. A set containing all points (or all real numbers) between two given endpoints
     
  3. The distance between things
    "fragile items require interval and cushioning";
    - separation
     
  4. The difference in pitch between two notes
    - musical interval
     
  5. [Brit] An intermission during a play, movie, show, etc.

Derived forms: intervals

Type of: amount, distance, measure, musical notation, quantity, set

Encyclopedia: Interval