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break off
verb
Definition of BREAK OFF
intransitive verb
1
: to stop abruptly <break off in the middle of a sentence>
2
: to become detached <branches that broke off in the storm>
3
: to end a relationship <broke off with his business partner>
transitive verb
1
: discontinue <break off diplomatic relations>
2
: to remove by or as if by breaking <broke off a chunk of bread>
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First Known Use of BREAK OFF
14th century
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Rhymes with BREAK OFF
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