break-in meaning

UK US /ˈbreɪkɪn/ 2 syllables

break-in (noun): trespassing for an unlawful purpose; illegal entrance into premises with criminal intent.

Definition of break-in

  1. trespassing for an unlawful purpose; illegal entrance into premises with criminal intent

    Synonyms: housebreaking, breaking and entering

    Type of: burglary

    Kinds: home invasion

    Related forms: break in

How to pronounce break-in

break-in is pronounced /ˈbreɪkɪn/ in American English. It has 2 syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.

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