Meaning of the word breakout in English

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

breakout

US /ˈbreɪk.aʊt/
UK /ˈbreɪk.aʊt/

Noun

1.

a forcible escape, especially from prison.

Example:
a prison breakout
2.

an outbreak.

Example:
a breakout of hostilities

Adjective

1.

suddenly and extremely popular or successful.

Example:
a breakout movie
2.

denoting or relating to groups that break away from a conference or other larger gathering for discussion.

Example:
we divided into 15 breakout groups
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