breakout
noun C1
Plain meaning
a sudden escape, appearance, or spread
Exam-register meaning
In academic or exam contexts, it means a sudden escape, appearance, or spread, usually in a more formal register.
In context
naturalThe article mentioned breakout as one of the main issues.
examThe author examines breakout in relation to social change, public policy, and institutional responsibility.
Common collocations
a clear breakoutevidence of breakoutwidespread breakout
Watch out
Do not use “breakout” as a vague high-level replacement; make sure the sentence really needs this specific noun.