Dictionary Check: collapse
"collapse" is a valid word!
Scrabble
12
points
Words with Friends
16
points
Definition
noun
an abrupt failure of function or complete physical exhaustion
Example:
"the commander's prostration demoralized his men"
noun
a natural event caused by something suddenly falling down or caving in
Example:
"the roof is in danger of collapse"
noun
the act of throwing yourself down; collapse; sink
Example:
"he landed on the bed with a great flop"
noun
a sudden large decline of business or the prices of stocks (especially one that causes additional failures)
verb
break down, literally or metaphorically
Example:
"The wall collapsed"
verb
collapse due to fatigue, an illness, or a sudden attack
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