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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

breakdown

/brɛk.daʊn/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does breakdown mean?

noun, verb

A breakdown is a situation where something stops working or functioning properly, often due to a fault or failure. It can also refer to a detailed analysis or explanation of something.

Example

"The car's engine suffered a breakdown on the highway, leaving the driver stranded."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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