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noun
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a breaking down, wearing out, or sudden loss of ability to function efficiently, as of a machine.
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a loss of mental or physical health; collapse. Compare nervous breakdown.
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an analysis or classification of something; division into parts, categories, processes, etc.
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EXPANDElectricity. an electric discharge passing through faulty insulation or other material used to separate circuits or passing between electrodes in a vacuum or gas-filled tube.
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COLLAPSEa noisy, lively folk dance.
Origin:
1825–35; noun use of verb phrase break down
1825–35; noun use of verb phrase break down
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Breakdown
is always a great word to know.
So is ethereal. Does it mean:
| pertaining to, containing, or resembling ethyl ether |
| to heat intensely or roast |
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breakdown break·down (brāk'doun')
n.
The act or process of failing to function or continue.
A typically sudden collapse in physical or mental health.
Disintegration or decomposition into parts or elements.
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