Meaning & Definition of word "Breakage"

Breakage

/ˈbreɪ.kɪdʒ/

1. The act or condition of breaking or being broken; damage.
- Example: The breakage of the pottery during shipping resulted in a significant loss.
2. The amount of damage or the number of broken items.
- Example: We need to assess the breakage from the event to determine our losses.
3. The cost incurred due to items being damaged or broken.
- Example: The insurance policy covers breakage due to unforeseen accidents.
4. Fragmentation or breaking apart of something.
- Example: The breakage of the ice on the river signals the arrival of spring.
5. Any kind of fracture or rupture.
- Example: The breakage in the pipeline caused a major water leak.

Origin of the word breakage comes from the verb 'break' + the suffix '-age'.

breakage report:

A document detailing items that have been damaged or broken.

breakage fee:

A charge for items damaged beyond normal wear and tear.

breakage insurance:

Coverage for losses due to breakage.

break:

To cause to separate into pieces.

fracture:

A break, crack, or fissure in something.

shatter:

To break suddenly and violently into many pieces.

Meaning: Taking a break or vacation.

Example Sentence: We're going on a breakage to the beach this weekend!

Meaning: An accidental destruction of plans or items.

Example Sentence: That party was a total breakage with all the mess left behind.