breakup

/ˈbreɪkˌʌp/
noun
  1. The end of a romantic relationship.
    • The breakup was mutual, so there were no hard feelings.
    • After their breakup, they decided to stay friends.
    • She went through a painful breakup last year.
  2. The separation of something into smaller parts or pieces.
    • The breakup of the company into separate divisions was announced yesterday.
    • The breakup of the ice sheet created many smaller icebergs.
    • Scientists studied the breakup of the continent over millions of years.
  3. A collapse or disintegration of a system, organization, or relationship.
    • The breakup of the partnership was caused by financial disagreements.
    • The breakup of the empire led to years of conflict.
    • The band's breakup disappointed their fans.
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