CEFR C1

pauser

noun

Meaning

A person or thing that pauses; one who stops an action or activity, especially for a brief period.

Examples

He's a natural pauser in his speech, often taking a moment to gather his thoughts before continuing.
The software includes a 'pauser' function that allows users to temporarily halt a download.

Synonyms: hesitator, halting speaker, delayer

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pauser (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈpɔːzər/

Definition

A person or thing that pauses; one who stops an action or activity, especially for a brief period.

Examples

He's a natural pauser in his speech, often taking a moment to gather his thoughts before continuing.
The software includes a 'pauser' function that allows users to temporarily halt a download.
As a careful decision-maker, she was known as a pauser, always weighing options before acting.

How to Use pauser

a frequent pauser (collocation): Someone who pauses often. — "He's a frequent pauser during long lectures, often stopping to ask questions."
a thoughtful pauser (collocation): Someone who pauses to think carefully. — "She is a thoughtful pauser, ensuring every decision is well-considered."

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