brechen

Definitions of brechen
  1. verb
    end a relationship
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    type of:
    trennen
    discontinue an association or relation; go different ways
  2. verb
    become separated into pieces or fragments
    synonyms: kaputtgehen
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    types:
    zerfallen, zerkleinern
    break or cause to break into pieces
    verschroten, zermahlen
    reduce to small pieces or particles by pounding or abrading
    splittern, zersplittern
    break up into splinters or slivers
    type of:
    Mat Zustands Veraenderung
    change in physical make-up
  3. verb
    subject to refraction
  4. verb
    destroy the integrity of; usually by force; cause to separate into pieces or fragments
    synonyms:
    kaputtgehen
    become separated into pieces or fragments
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    type of:
    anordnen, gliedern, teilen, trennen
    make a division or separation
  5. verb
    eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth
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    type of:
    ausscheiden, entleeren
    eliminate from the body
  6. verb
    act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises
    synonyms: zuwiderhandeln, überschreiten, übertreten
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    antonyms:
    halten
    conform one's action or practice to
  7. verb
    get on top of; deal with successfully
    synonyms: überrollen, überwinden, überwältigen
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