INTERREGNUM

interregnum

(noun) the time between two reigns, governments, etc.

Source: WordNet® 3.1

Etymology

Noun

interregnum (plural interregnums or interregna)

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.

An intermission in any order of succession; any breach of continuity in action or influence.

Synonyms

• (breach of continuity in action): hiatus, moratorium, recess; see also pause

Source: Wiktionary

In`ter*reg"num, n.; pl. Interregnums. Etym: [L., fr. inter between + regnum dominion, reign. See Reign, and cf. Interreign.]

1. The time during which a throne is vacant between the death or abdication of a sovereign and the accession of his successor.

2. Any period during which, for any cause, the executive branch of a government is suspended or interrupted.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition

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