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
The combination of jojoba seed oil and keratin works to revive the nails to prevent any breakage or splitting.
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Kayla Hui, Mph, Verywell Health, 15 Sep. 2023
Nourishing on the skin and proven to reduce hair breakage, this completely natural and hypoallergenic silk pillowcase is made from 100% mulberry silk.
—Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 25 Oct. 2023
After all, clumping can lead to warping and breakage.
—Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Oct. 2023
The warranty covers cracks to the material, breakage of the wheels, handles, and zippers, and rips in any softside fabric.
—Anna Popp, Travel + Leisure, 22 Sep. 2023
Our team tested dozens of heat protectants and Living Proof impressed us the most with its versatility across different hair types and other benefits like frizz reduction, hydration, and breakage prevention.
—Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 3 Nov. 2023
Even if breakage does not occur, coconut oil applied too liberally or sans strategy can result in hair that looks greasy and grimy rather than well-tended.
—Calin Van Paris, Vogue, 29 Oct. 2023
Aside from the chemical effects of the relaxer, Wright says having two opposing textures on one head promotes friction within the hair, which can lead to additional breakage.
—Tayler Adigun, Allure, 4 Oct. 2023
Turbie Twist Mermaid Microfiber Hair Towel Be careful with back-combing
Back-combing frequently can cause breakage near the roots and mid-lengths of the hair.
—Hasina Jeelani, Glamour, 4 Sep. 2023
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Kayla Hui, Mph, Verywell Health, 15 Sep. 2023
Nourishing on the skin and proven to reduce hair breakage, this completely natural and hypoallergenic silk pillowcase is made from 100% mulberry silk.
—Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 25 Oct. 2023
After all, clumping can lead to warping and breakage.
—Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Oct. 2023
The warranty covers cracks to the material, breakage of the wheels, handles, and zippers, and rips in any softside fabric.
—Anna Popp, Travel + Leisure, 22 Sep. 2023
Our team tested dozens of heat protectants and Living Proof impressed us the most with its versatility across different hair types and other benefits like frizz reduction, hydration, and breakage prevention.
—Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 3 Nov. 2023
Even if breakage does not occur, coconut oil applied too liberally or sans strategy can result in hair that looks greasy and grimy rather than well-tended.
—Calin Van Paris, Vogue, 29 Oct. 2023
Aside from the chemical effects of the relaxer, Wright says having two opposing textures on one head promotes friction within the hair, which can lead to additional breakage.
—Tayler Adigun, Allure, 4 Oct. 2023
Turbie Twist Mermaid Microfiber Hair Towel Be careful with back-combing
Back-combing frequently can cause breakage near the roots and mid-lengths of the hair.
—Hasina Jeelani, Glamour, 4 Sep. 2023
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Word History
First Known Use
1769, in the meaning defined at sense 1
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“Breakage.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/breakage. Accessed 5 Dec. 2023.
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breakage
noun
break·age
ˈbrā-kij 
1
a
: the action of breaking
b
: a quantity broken
2
: an allowance for things broken
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