Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
break-a-record
verb phrase
/breɪk ə ˈrɛkərd/
Definition
To achieve a new highest level in a performance or achievement, surpassing a previous benchmark.
Examples
- The athlete managed to break a record in the 100-meter dash.
- Last year, she broke the record for the most books read in a month.
- The team worked hard to break the record for the longest winning streak.
Meaning
Breaking a record typically means doing something better than it has been done before, whether in sports, academics, or any measurable activity.
Synonyms
- surpass
- top
- outdo
