Break-in
Pronunciation: /ˈbreɪˌkɪn/
Break-in (noun)
- Entering a building or place without permission, usually to steal or cause damage.
- A person or program entering a computer system without permission.
- A short period of using a new machine or product carefully until it works properly.
Examples
- The break-in happened at night, and the door was damaged.
- A break-in can be prevented by stronger locks.
Break-in (verb)
- To enter a place without permission, often to steal or damage something.
Examples
- Someone broke in through the back window.
- The thief broke in when the house was empty.