suspension
UK: səˈspen.ʃən | US: səˈspen.ʃən
n. the act of temporarily stopping or delaying something
n. a mixture where solid particles are dispersed in a liquid or gas but remain undissolved
n. the system of springs and shock absorbers in a vehicle that reduces road shocks
The word "suspension" originates from the Latin suspensio, derived from suspendere ("to hang up" or "to interrupt"). The morpheme "suspen" reflects the root meaning of hanging or delaying, while "-sion" is a noun-forming suffix indicating the state or action. Over time, the term expanded from its literal sense of physical hanging (e.g., suspended objects) to abstract interruptions (e.g., suspended activities) and scientific contexts (e.g., colloidal suspensions).
The athlete faced a two-game suspension for violating league rules.
Stir the mixture well to prevent the suspension from settling.
The car's advanced suspension ensures a smooth ride on rough roads.
The teacher announced the suspension of classes due to the storm.
In chemistry, a suspension differs from a solution because its particles do not dissolve.