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breakneck
adjective break·neck \ˈbrāk-ˈnek\
: very fast : dangerously fast
Full Definition of BREAKNECK
: very fast or dangerous <breakneck speed>
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First Known Use of BREAKNECK
1562
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Rhymes with BREAKNECK
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BREAKNECK Defined for Kids
breakneck
adjective break·neck \ˈbrāk-ˌnek\
Definition of BREAKNECK for Kids
: very fast or dangerous <breakneck speed>
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