(US, euphemistic, military) An accidental event that involves nuclear weapons or nuclear components but does not create the risk of nuclear war.

(music) an instrumental ensemble that developed in Europe during the Renaissance.

past participle of break up

Which has broken down and, as a result, is no longer in working order. / Not properly maintained; neglected. / Ruined in character or strength.

(fencing) A sudden change in the tempo of one fencer's actions, used to fool the opponent into responding at the wrong time.

(technical writing) A callout marker that consists of a dashed line with an arrowhead. / Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see broken, arrow.

A home in which the parents have separated or divorced.

A feeling of grief or loss, especially after a failed romantic relationship.

(music) A chord whose notes are played in sequential descending or ascending order

plural of broken heart