1. suspension - noun
· a mixture in which fine particles are suspended in a fluid where they are supported by buoyancy
Hypernym(s): mixture
2. suspension - noun
· a time interval during which there is a temporary cessation of something
Synonym(s): pause, intermission, break, interruption
Hypernym(s): time_interval, interval
3. suspension - noun
· temporary cessation or suspension
Synonym(s): abeyance
Hypernym(s): inaction, inactivity, inactiveness
4. suspension - noun
· an interruption in the intensity or amount of something
Synonym(s): respite, reprieve, hiatus, abatement
Hypernym(s): interruption, break
5. suspension - noun
· a mechanical system of springs or shock absorbers connecting the wheels and axles to the chassis of a wheeled vehicle
Synonym(s): suspension_system
Hypernym(s): mechanical_system
6. suspension - noun
· the act of suspending something (hanging it from above so it moves freely); "there was a small ceremony for the hanging of the portrait"
Hypernym(s): support, supporting
7. suspension - noun
· a temporary debarment (from a privilege or position etc)
Synonym(s): temporary_removal
Hypernym(s): debarment
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