Rupture | Mean of rupture in English Dictionary

/ˈrʌptʃɚ/

• Noun
• a crack or break in something (such as a pipe)
1. A rupture in the pipeline resulted in major water damage.
• a break or tear in a part of the body
1. a rupture of an artery
2. an infection that could cause rupture of the eardrum
• a break in good relations between people or countries
1. The conflict caused a rupture in relations between the former allies.
2. They're trying to heal the rupture in their relationship.
• Verb

• to break or burst
1. The pipe ruptured because of high water pressure.
2. High water pressure ruptured the pipe.
• to cause a break or tear in (a part of the body)
1. The impact ruptured his liver.
2. a ruptured eardrum
3. I almost ruptured myself [=I almost gave myself a hernia] trying to lift that heavy box.
• to damage or destroy (a relationship, situation, etc.)
1. The scandal ruptured relations between the two countries.
2. The crime ruptured the peace of a small town.