Definitions

1. verb

to cause something to separate or come apart, or to stop an activity or process.

“She broke the glass on the floor.”

2. noun

a pause or interruption in an activity or process.

“The break in the weather allowed us to continue our journey.”

3. noun

a period of time when no work is done, typically given to employees as a reward.

“The company gave its employees a week’s break for the holidays.”

4. noun

a part or section of something.

“The break in the road was caused by a landslide.”

5. verb

to run or escape from something, especially from the law.

“The prisoner tried to break free from the police custody.”

6. verb

to damage or destroy something.

“The storm broke the windows of the house.”

7. verb

to make something weaker or less effective.

“The cold weather broke the spirit of the team.”

8. verb

to start or begin something.

“The news broke the story about the new company.”

9. interjection

used to express excitement, surprise, or shock.

“Break! The news is finally out!”

10. noun

a break in the surface of the Earth, typically formed by tectonic movement.

“The break in the mountain caused a landslide.”