Definition of Rupture
Rupture
rup·ture


Definition/Meaning
(noun)
a breakage or burst that occurs suddenly and severely/completely;

e.g. There was a rupture in the tube, which caused the fluid to leak out everywhere.

(noun)
a breach in a peaceful relationship, leading to conflict or hostility;

e.g. The rupture between him and her is what caused them to break up.

(verb)
to disturb or cause a breach in a peaceful relationship, leading to conflict or hostility;

e.g. He had ruptured her trust yet again, and this time she wouldn't forgive him.

(verb)
to break or burst suddenly and severely/completely;

e.g. Her artery ruptured.



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