Meaning of the word breaker in English

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

breaker

US /ˈbreɪ.kɚ/
UK /ˈbreɪ.kər/

Noun

a wave moving toward the coast:

Example:
We swam out beyond the breakers.

Suffix

someone who uses force to go into or open the stated thing:

Example:
a house-breaker
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