breakage

noun

break·​age ˈbrā-kij 

1

: loss due to things broken

2

a

: the action or an instance of breaking

b

: a quantity broken

Examples of breakage in a Sentence

The pots are transported carefully to reduce the risk of breakage.

The pots are transported carefully to reduce the number of breakages.

Recent Examples on the Web

The formula packs 31 bond-building proteins and amino acids sourced from milk, wheat, corn, and soy to help smooth frizz, reduce breakage, and leave hair noticeably silkier after just a few uses. — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 7 Oct. 2026

Metal Detox, for instance, was born from a request from them for a product that can help hair breakage due to chemical treatments. — Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 2 Oct. 2026

Both are covered in Apple's Ceramic Shield 2 to protect from scratches and breakage. — Florence Ion, PC Magazine, 28 Sep. 2026

Hydrated hair can help reduce the risk of breakage, promoting better repair and new growth. — Olivia Cigliano, InStyle, 25 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1769, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

breakage

noun

break·​age ˈbrā-kij 

1

a

: the action of breaking

b

: a quantity broken

2

: an allowance for things broken