hi·a·tus P Pronunciation Key (h-ts)
n. pl. hi·a·tus·es or hiatus
A gap or interruption in space, time, or continuity; a break.
Linguistics. A slight pause that occurs when two immediately adjacent vowels in consecutive syllables are pronounced, as in reality and naive.
Anatomy. A separation, aperture, fissure, or short passage in an organ or body part.