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split vs break open

break open vs split

split is a noun but break open is not a noun.

split is an adjective but break open is not an adjective.

split and break open both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
split Yes Yes Yes No
break open No No Yes No
As verbs, split and break open are synonyms defined as:
  • split and break open: come open suddenly and violently, as if from internal pressure
Other synonyms of split include burst.
split (noun) break open (noun)
division of a group into opposing factions
the act of rending or ripping or splitting something
extending the legs at right angles to the trunk (one in front and the other in back)
an increase in the number of outstanding shares of a corporation without changing the shareholders' equity
(tenpin bowling) a divided formation of pins left standing after the first bowl
a dessert of sliced fruit and ice cream covered with whipped cream and cherries and nuts
an opening made forcibly as by pulling apart
a lengthwise crack in wood
a promised or claimed share of loot or money
a bottle containing half the usual amount
split (adjective) break open (adjective)
(especially of wood) cut or ripped longitudinally with the grain
having been divided; having the unity destroyed
split (verb) break open (verb)
come open suddenly and violently, as if from internal pressure erupt or intensify suddenly
separate or cut with a tool, such as a sharp instrument come open suddenly and violently, as if from internal pressure
go one's own way; move apart open with force
discontinue an association or relation; go different ways
separate into parts or portions
Difference between split and break open

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