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break–even
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break–even
(adjective)
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break–even
/
ˈ
breɪk
ˈ
iːvən/
adjective
break–even
/
ˈ
breɪk
ˈ
iːvən/
adjective
Learner's definition of BREAK–EVEN
always used before a noun
:
having equal costs and income
After years of losing money the company has finally reached the
break-even point
[=the point at which the company earns as much as it spends] and we hope to make a profit soon.
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