Breakage: meaning, definitions and examples

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breakage

 

[ หˆbreษช.kษชdส’ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

damage occurrence

Breakage refers to the state of being broken or damaged, especially in relation to items or materials. It can denote both the act of breaking something and the resulting condition of the broken object. This term is often used in commercial contexts, such as when discussing losses incurred from damaged goods.

Synonyms

damage, destruction, fragmentation, shatter.

Examples of usage

  • The breakage of the glassware was unexpected.
  • Insurance claims are often filed for severe breakage.
  • We need to account for breakage in our shipping costs.
Context #2 | Noun

in insurance

In insurance, breakage is used to refer to specific claims arising from the damage or loss of goods due to breakage. This usually concerns commercial insurance policies that cover potential losses caused by shipping and handling.

Synonyms

claim, loss, reparation.

Examples of usage

  • The company filed a breakage claim after the shipment arrived damaged.
  • Breakage coverage is essential for fragile items.
  • Our breakage insurance helped recover some losses.

Translations

Translations of the word "breakage" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น quebra

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคŸเฅ‚เคŸเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Bruch

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kerusakan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะพะปะพะผะบะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ zล‚amanie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็ ดๆ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท casse

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ rotura

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kฤฑrฤฑlma

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํŒŒ์†

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูƒุณุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ porucha

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ porucha

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ ดๆŸ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ zlom

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ brota

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัั‹ะฝัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒขแƒงแƒฃแƒ˜แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ sฤฑndฤฑrma

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ quiebre

Etymology

The word "breakage" originates from the combination of the verb "break" and the suffix "-age," which is used to form nouns indicating a state or collection of actions. The word "break" can be traced back to Old English 'brecan,' meaning 'to shatter or destroy.' The suffix "-age" implies a condition or result, thus linking the action of breaking with the consequence of being broken. Its use began to gain prominence in the English language around the late 19th century, especially in commercial and legal contexts, where the need to discuss damages and losses became increasingly relevant. Through time, 'breakage' has become a significant term, particularly in commerce, trade, and insurance industries, highlighting the impact of physical damage on financial matters.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,086, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.