Breaker: meaning, definitions and examples

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breaker

[ ˈbreɪkər ]

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circuit

A device that interrupts an electric circuit to prevent excessive current or short circuits.

Synonyms

fuse, interrupter, switch

Examples of usage

The circuit breaker tripped when there was a power surge.
Make sure to reset the breaker after it trips.

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person

A person or thing that breaks something, such as a code, record, or barrier.

Synonyms

barrier-breaker, challenger, record-breaker

Examples of usage

He was a record breaker in the world of sports.
The code breaker cracked the security system.

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wave

A breaking wave, typically at a beach or shore.

Synonyms

crest, surf, wave

Examples of usage

Surfers enjoy riding the breakers at this beach.
Watch out for strong breakers when swimming in the ocean.

Translations

Translations of the word "breaker" in other languages:

🇵🇹 interruptor

🇮🇳 तोड़ने वाला

🇩🇪 Schalter

🇮🇩 pemutus

🇺🇦 вимикач

🇵🇱 wyłącznik

🇯🇵 ブレーカー

🇫🇷 interrupteur

🇪🇸 interruptor

🇹🇷 kesici

🇰🇷 차단기

🇸🇦 قاطع

🇨🇿 přepínač

🇸🇰 vypínač

🇨🇳 断路器

🇸🇮 stikalo

🇮🇸 rofi

🇰🇿 ажыратқыш

🇬🇪 გამორთველი

🇦🇿 açar

🇲🇽 interruptor

Word origin

The word 'breaker' originated in the 16th century, deriving from the Middle English word 'breker'. It has roots in the Old English word 'brecan', meaning 'to break'. Over the centuries, 'breaker' has evolved to encompass various meanings related to interrupting, breaking, or disrupting, both in the technical and figurative sense.