Meaning of the word breached in English

What does breached mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

breached

US /briːtʃt/
UK /briːtʃt/

Verb

to make a gap in and break through (a wall, defense, or an earlier agreement)

Example:
The river breached its banks after heavy rains.
The company breached the contract by failing to deliver on time.