Broke
/bɹəʊk/
The meaning and definition of Broke, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.
Definition
verb
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To separate into two or more pieces, to fracture or crack, by a process that cannot easily be reversed for reassembly.
“If the vase falls to the floor, it might break.”
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To divide (something, often money) into smaller units.
“Can you break a hundred-dollar bill for me?”
adjective
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Demoted, deprived of a commission.
“He was broke and rendered unfit to serve His Majesty at sea.”
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Without any money, penniless.
“dead broke; flat broke”
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