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break out Definition and Meaning in English (break out definition)

verb
Synonyms:eruptescapeburst
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Break out definition: To start suddenly, especially something unpleasant like war, fire, or disease.

Definitions of Break out

  1. 1verb(formal)

    To start suddenly, especially something unpleasant like war, fire, or disease.

  2. 2verb(informal)

    To escape from a place, such as a prison.

  3. 3verb(casual)

    To appear suddenly on the skin, such as a rash.

Example Sentences

formal

“War broke out between the two nations.”

casual

“They tried to break out of the prison.”

casual

“A rash began to break out on his arm.”

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present participlebreaking out
nounbreakout

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Break out definition: To start suddenly, especially something unpleasant like war, fire, or disease.
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'Break out' translates to 'break out' in English. Break out definition: To start suddenly, especially something unpleasant like war, fire, or disease.
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