breakaway
Having broken away from a larger unit.
Example
“The breakaway republic is slowly establishing order and civil society.”
Other meanings
Capable of breaking off without damaging the larger structure.
Occurring during or as a result of a breakaway (see Noun)
Related words
- breakaway glass
Where this comes from
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