interregnum

The interval of time between the end of a sovereign’s reign and the accession of a successor.

A period of temporary suspension of the usual functions of government or control.

A gap in continuity.

An intermission between reigns; an interval of time elapsing between the end of one reign and the beginning of the next, as in the case of a disputed or uncertain succession.

Hence An intermission in any order of succession; any breach of continuity in action or influence.

The time during which a throne is vacant between the death or abdication of a sovereign and the accession of his successor.

Any period during which, for any cause, the executive branch of a government is suspended or interrupted.

The period of time between the end of a sovereign‘s reign and the accession of another sovereign.

A period of time during which normal executive leadership is suspended or interrupted.

An intermission in any order of succession; any breach of continuity in action or influence.