Words · Common
collapse
/kəˈlæps/ · 8 letters · 7 distinct letters
- verb
break down, literally or metaphorically
The wall collapsed
- verb
collapse due to fatigue, an illness, or a sudden attack
- noun
an abrupt failure of function or complete physical exhaustion
the commander's prostration demoralized his men
- noun
a natural event caused by something suddenly falling down or caving in
the roof is in danger of collapse
- noun
the act of throwing yourself down
he landed on the bed with a great flop