breakage

noun

break·​age ˈbrā-kij 

1

: loss due to things broken

2

a

: the action or an instance of breaking

b

: a quantity broken

Examples of breakage in a Sentence

The pots are transported carefully to reduce the risk of breakage.

The pots are transported carefully to reduce the number of breakages.

Recent Examples on the Web

Unlike traditional box braids, which feature mini knots at the top of the scalp, the knotless braiding method avoids knots at the roots that can cause tension, which often leads to hair breakage. —Amira Rasool, InStyle, 8 June 2026

Plumbing home warranty coverage Home warranties often cover leaks or breakages of water, gas, drain and waste lines. —Alora Bopray, USA Today, 8 June 2026

Yet these same trunks are rigid and subject to breakage in a storm. —Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 4 June 2026

Made of 100% Tritan, these glasses are light and sturdy; add them to your setup without worrying about breakage. —Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1769, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

breakage

noun

break·​age ˈbrā-kij 

1

a

: the action of breaking

b

: a quantity broken

2

: an allowance for things broken