BREAK STH


Meaning of BREAK STH in English

off

1.

to separate sth, using force :

She broke off a piece of chocolate and gave it to me.

2.

to end sth suddenly :

Britain threatened to break off diplomatic relations.

They've broken off their engagement.

Oxford Advanced Learner's English Dictionary.      Оксфордский английский словарь для изучающик язык на продвинутом уровне.