ruptura
1. (noun) An abrupt breaking or bursting of something
The rupture in the pipeline caused an oil spill.
A ruptura no duto causou um vazamento de óleo.
2. (noun) A breach or break in relations between people or groups
The scandal led to a rupture between the two countries.
O escândalo levou a uma ruptura entre os dois países.
3. (noun) Medical: an abdominal hernia
He suffered a rupture while lifting heavy objects.
Ele sofreu uma ruptura ao levantar objetos pesados.
4. (verb) To break or burst suddenly
The balloon will rupture if you inflate it too much.
O balão vai romper se você o encher demais.
5. (verb) To cause a breach in a relationship or agreement
The disagreement ruptured their friendship.
O desentendimento rompeu a amizade deles.
Related Idioms & Phrases
rupture of relations - ruptura de relações
cause a rupture - provocar uma ruptura
on the verge of rupture - à beira de uma ruptura
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