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The definition of a break in is an illegal entry into a house, building or vehicle.
(noun)An example of a break in is a robbery of a store.
A break in is defined as the first usage or experience with something.
(noun)An example of break in is the first month of driving a new car.
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See break-in in Webster's New World College Dictionary
noun
the act of forcibly entering a building, apartment, etc., esp. in order to rob
adjective
designating or of the period of first use, intended to prepare or train something or someone new
See break-in in American Heritage Dictionary 4
noun
- A forcible entry, as into a building or room, for an illegal purpose, especially theft.
- An initial period of employment or operation during which the performance of a person or thing may be evaluated and adjusted.
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