disconnection

Definition

A sudden and unwanted termination of connection, whether physical, digital, or emotional—the telecom industry's favorite way of ruining your day mid-sentence.

Example Usage

The customer complained about frequent disconnections during peak hours.

Source: Common industry terminology

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