Rupture: meaning, definitions and examples

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rupture

[ ˈrʌp.tʃər ]

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medical

A breach or division in the continuity of a structure, as a membrane or a bone. A hernia may result from a rupture in the abdominal wall. Rupture of an aneurysm can be life-threatening.

Synonyms

break, split, tear

Examples of usage

The patient was rushed to the hospital after a severe rupture in his intestine.
The rupture in the blood vessel required immediate surgery to repair.
The doctor explained the risks associated with a rupture of the tendon.

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emotional

A sudden or violent break in a relationship or friendship. The rupture between the two countries led to a long period of hostility and conflict.

Synonyms

breakup, falling out, split

Examples of usage

The rupture in their marriage was evident to everyone around them.
The rupture in their friendship was unexpected and painful for both parties.

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medical

To burst or break open. The appendix ruptured, causing severe pain and internal bleeding.

Synonyms

burst, split, tear

Examples of usage

The doctor warned that the cyst could rupture if not treated promptly.
The balloon ruptured due to the pressure of the air inside.

Translations

Translations of the word "rupture" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ruptura

🇮🇳 विस्फोट

🇩🇪 Riss

🇮🇩 pecah

🇺🇦 розрив

🇵🇱 pęknięcie

🇯🇵 破裂

🇫🇷 rupture

🇪🇸 ruptura

🇹🇷 kopma

🇰🇷 파열

🇸🇦 تمزق

🇨🇿 prasknutí

🇸🇰 prasknutie

🇨🇳 破裂

🇸🇮 razpoka

🇮🇸 rof

🇰🇿 жарылыс

🇬🇪 გატეხვა

🇦🇿 yırtılma

🇲🇽 ruptura

Word origin

The word 'rupture' originated from the Latin word 'ruptura', which means a breach or a break. It has been used in English since the late 15th century. The concept of rupture has been associated with both physical and emotional contexts throughout history, reflecting the idea of a sudden or violent separation or break.