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Breakneck Definition & Meaning

breakneck
adjective
  1. moving at very high speed; "a breakneck pace"

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Frequently asked questions

What does breakneck mean?
moving at very high speed; "a breakneck pace"
What part of speech is breakneck?
Breakneck is an adjective.

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