intermezzo

Meaning

Noun

• A short piece of music or act in the interval of the main spectacle; a theatrical interlude.
• A palate cleanser; a small snack with a bright light neutral taste; a fruit; a fresh sparkling wine; or a fruity or milky cocktail; that is served between courses in a meal.
• A tactical move which interrupts the execution of the current plan.

Origin

• Borrowed from Italian intermezzo.