<p><strong>Noun</strong></p><ul><li>An intervening episode, period, space, etc.</li><li>Synonyms: pause, intermission, respite, interval.</li><li>A short dramatic piece, especially of a light or farcical character, formerly introduced between the parts or acts of miracle and morality plays or given as part of other entertainments.</li><li>One of the early English farces or comedies, as those written by John Heywood, which grew out of such pieces.</li><li>Any intermediate performance or entertainment, as between the acts of a play.</li><li>An instrumental passage or a piece of music rendered between the parts of a song, church service, drama, etc.</li></ul>