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breakdown
Noun
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A breakdown is when something has failed, usually having to do with a machine of some sort.
The car they were driving had a breakdown when the engine stopped working.
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A brekadown is when someones' state of mind has fallen apart or lapsed.
cathead
Noun
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A cathead is a big piece of wood that is on the bow of a ship that goes from one side of the bow to the other; used for holding anchors.