The meaning of DISCONTINUOUS is not continuous. How to use discontinuous in a sentence.

discontinuous in American English (ˌdɪskənˈtɪnjuəs ) adjective not continuous; broken up by interruptions or gaps; intermittent

Definition of discontinuous adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

discontinuous (ˌdɪskənˈtɪnjʊəs) adj 1. characterized by interruptions or breaks; intermittent

Feb 8, 2025 · From dis- +‎ continuous. The high capital costs of electrification are cited, with a suggestion that in challenging locations discontinuous electrification could be considered.

DISCONTINUOUS definition: not continuous; broken; interrupted; intermittent. See examples of discontinuous used in a sentence.

There are four meanings listed in OED's entry for the adjective discontinuous, one of which is labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.