Broken down

Pronunciation: /ˈbɹoʊkən ˈdaʊn/

Broken down (adj)

  1. Not working because of damage or failure; a machine or system cannot operate normally.
  2. Separated into smaller parts so each part can be understood or dealt with separately.
  3. Changed into simpler substances over time, often because of heat, bacteria, or chemical reactions.

Broken down (verb)

  1. To stop working because of damage or a problem, especially for a vehicle or machine.

Examples

  • The engine broke down during the trip.
  • The system broke down after the power went off.

Broken down (adjective)

Examples

  • The printer is broken down, so we cannot print today.
  • My phone is broken down, and the screen will not respond.