collapse

B1
Pronunciation
/kəˈlæps/
/kəˈlæps/
Noun
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

The act of collapsing.

Example Sentences
  • She suffered a terrible collapse after slipping on the wet floor.
2 Definition

Constant function, one-valued function (in automata theory) (in particular application causing a reset).

Verb
7 definition(s)
1 Definition

To break apart and fall down suddenly; to cave in.

2 Definition

To cease to function due to a sudden breakdown; to fail suddenly and completely.

Example Sentences
  • Pyramid schemes tend to generate profits for a while and then collapse.
3 Definition

To fold compactly.

4 Definition

To hide additional directory (folder) levels below the selected directory (folder) levels. When a folder contains no additional folders, a minus sign (-) appears next to the folder.

5 Definition

For several batsmen to get out in quick succession

6 Definition

To cause something to collapse.

Example Sentences
  • Hurry up and collapse the tent so we can get moving.
7 Definition

To pass out and fall to the floor or ground, as from exhaustion or other illness; to faint.

Example Sentences
  • The exhausted singer collapsed on stage and had to be taken to the hospital.