| 1. | the point at which a person, object, structure, etc., collapses under stress. |
| 2. | the point at which a situation or condition becomes critical. |

| breaking point n.
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breaking point break·ing point (brā'kĭng)
n.
The point at which physical, mental, or emotional strength gives way under stress.
The point at which a condition or situation becomes critical.