1. the ending of a romantic relationship
Usage: plural of breakup
2. the division or dissolution of something into smaller parts
Usage: plural of breakup

Examples

• Celebrity breakups often make headlines in entertainment magazines.
• She’s been through several difficult breakups in the past year.
• The counselor helps teenagers cope with painful breakups.
• The company announced the breakups of its largest divisions.
• Ice breakups in the spring can cause flooding in northern rivers.
• The breakups of large corporations sometimes benefit consumers.
• Many breakups happen during the stress of final exams.