Definitions

1. verb

to cause something to separate or come apart; to stop or discontinue an activity

“She tried to break the ice on the frozen pond, but it was too thin.”

2. noun

a pause or interruption in a conversation

“There was a break in the conversation when someone knocked on the door.”

3. noun

a period of time when work or classes are stopped

“The university has a break for winter and summer vacations.”

4. noun

a part or section of something that is separate from the rest

“The break in the fence let the cow escape into the neighbor’s field.”

5. noun

something that can be used to cause something to break or come apart

“The tool was used to make a break in the pipe.”

6. noun

a sudden change in direction or speed

“The break in the traffic flow made it difficult to get to work on time.”

7. verb

to cause someone to stop doing something

“The news broke the politician’s chances of re-election.”