gaps (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ɡæps/
Definition
An empty space or interval in a sequence, series, or process; a break or interruption.
Examples
There are significant gaps in his knowledge of the subject.
The report highlighted the gaps in the company's security system.
We need to fill the gaps in our understanding before the exam.
How to Use gaps
- gap between (prepositional phrase)
- The space or difference separating two things. — "The gap between the two cities is about 50 miles."
- gap in (prepositional phrase)
- An empty space or missing part within something. — "There's a gap in the fence that the dog uses to get out."
- gap year (collocation)
- A year taken by a student between finishing secondary school and starting university. — "She decided to take a gap year to travel around Asia."
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