rupture
🇬🇧 UK/'rʌptʃә/🇺🇸 US
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Definitions
n.
A break, split, or tear in something; a serious breakdown in relations between people or groups.
破裂,断裂;决裂,不和
v.
To burst, break, or split open under pressure.
(使)破裂,(使)断裂
🧩 Root Breakdown
Root-derivedCommon Collocations
- 1.cause a rupture造成破裂
- 2.rupture in relations关系决裂
- 3.tendon rupture肌腱断裂
- 4.diplomatic rupture外交决裂
Example Sentences
- 1.
The rupture in the pipeline caused a massive oil spill along the coast.
- 2.
The scandal caused a complete rupture in diplomatic relations between the two nations.
- 3.
He suffered a rupture of the Achilles tendon during the championship match.