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.
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PC Magazine, 22 July 2025
Grace and Company Silky Satin Pillowcase Upgrade your nighttime routine with this ultra-smooth satin pillowcase designed to help prevent overnight frizz, tangles, and breakage.
—Toni Sutton, People.com, 10 July 2025
Hydrolyzed proteins form a lightweight shield around each strand to guard against heat and future breakage.
—Jailynn Taylor, Allure, 7 July 2025
Staking helps protect tall or large-flowered dahlias from breakage and flopping over, especially after rain or strong wind.
—Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for breakage
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“Breakage.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/breakage. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.
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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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