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Breech

(Noun)

Sense: A part of a firearm or cannon behind the barrel that houses the firing mechanism.

Example Sentence: The gunsmith carefully cleaned the breech of the rifle.

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(Noun)

Sense: The lower rear part of a person's body.

Example Sentence: The toddler was wearing cute breech pants.

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(Verb)

Sense: To break a law, rule, or agreement.

Example Sentence: The company breached the contract by failing to deliver the goods on time.

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(Verb)

Sense: To enter forcefully or illegally.

Example Sentence: The burglars breached the house through a back window.

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(Adjective)

Sense: Contrary to etiquette or decorum.

Example Sentence: His breech behavior caused embarrassment to his family.

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