rupture
Translation
rupture, breach, break
Examples
A rupture in the pipeline caused a leak.
A rupture in the pipeline caused a leak.
The event caused a rupture in their friendship.
The event caused a rupture in their friendship.
Grammar Patterns
a rupture ((in/of sth.)) a break in (sth.) There was a rupture in diplomatic relations.
Similar Words
Synonyms: break, breach, split, tear
Etymology
From Latin 'ruptura' (a breaking), from the root 'rupt-' meaning 'to break'. This root is also in words like 'interrupt' and 'erupt'.
Memory Tips
Think of a volcano 'erupting', which causes a 'rupture' in the earth. The 'rupt' part means 'break'.