breakup
nounUK /ˈbreɪkʌp/
US /ˈbreɪkʌp/
The end of a romantic relationship.
After their breakup, she moved to a new apartment.
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2. The division of a group or organization into smaller parts.
The breakup of the company led to several smaller firms.
3. The melting or breaking apart of ice on a river or lake in spring.
The spring breakup caused flooding along the river.
4. A collapse or disruption, as of a meeting or gathering.
The police ordered the breakup of the protest.