breaker

/ˈbreɪkər/

Definitions

1. noun

a person or thing that breaks something

“The breaker of the news was a young journalist.”

2. noun

a device that breaks or controls the flow of something, especially water or electric current

“The circuit breaker in the house saved it from a fire.”

3. noun

a person who breaks into a place or system, especially illegally

“The breaker was caught by the security guards.”

4. noun

a person who breaks into a professional sport or activity, especially in a violent or aggressive manner

“The boxer was known for being a breaker in the ring.”

5. verb

to break or cause something to break

“The storm broke the windows of the house.”

6. verb

to break into a place or system, especially illegally

“The hackers broke into the company’s database.”

7. verb

to break into a professional sport or activity, especially in a violent or aggressive manner

“The boxer broke into the ring, causing a brawl.”

Synonyms

  • crasher
  • infringer

Antonyms

  • maker
  • repairer