A ruptura
Example: A ruptura do contrato causou sérios problemas entre as partes.
Definition
"A ruptura" refers to the act or instance of breaking, splitting, or severing, often used to describe the ending or breakdown of agreements, relationships, or physical objects. For example, "a ruptura" of a contract signifies its cancellation or failure, causing significant issues between involved parties.
Etymology
The term "a ruptura" comes from the Latin word 'ruptura,' derived from 'rumpere,' which means 'to break.' This word entered Portuguese maintaining the sense of breaking or splitting, and it is commonly used to describe both physical and metaphorical breaks, such as in contracts or relationships.
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