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heartbreak

Pronunciation: /ˈhɑːt.bɹeɪk/

The English word “heartbreak” has 1 meaning listed here.

noun

  1. Overwhelming mental anguish or grief, especially that caused by loss or disappointment.

Etymology

From heart + break. Compare heartache § Etymology.

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