plural of break-off

present participle of break off

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of break off

To end abruptly, either temporarily or permanently. / To end a relationship. / To remove a piece from a whole by breaking or snapping / (billiards, snooker) Alternative form of break-off

To play the first shot in a game of snooker

That which breaks off, or is broken off / A break, discontinuance, or interruption / (billiards, snooker) The first shot in a game of snooker or other cue-game