English dictionary
breakneck
/'br/eI/k,n/E/k/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
adjective
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Producing danger of a broken neck; as, <i>breakneck</i> speed.
Source: webster1913
noun
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A fall that breaks the neck.
Source: webster1913
adjective satellite
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moving at very high speed
ExamplesA breakneck pace.
Source: WordNet 3.0