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break·a·way
 breakaway
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- pronunciation:
- breIk
weI
- parts of speech:
- adjective, noun
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective, noun)
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adjective |
| definition 1: |
of a theatrical or film prop, designing to break under slight impact, as a balsa-wood chair.
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| definition 2: |
in certain sports, of or designating a play in which one player moves rapidly down the playing area with the potential to score, as in a basketball fast break.
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| definition 3: |
departing abruptly and irrevocably from an established group, position, routine, or the like.
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noun |
| definition 1: |
a theatrical or film prop designed to shatter on slight impact.
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| definition 2: |
in sports, a breakaway play.
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| definition 3: |
a person or group that breaks away.
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