breakthrough

B1
Pronunciation
/ˈbɹeɪkθɹuː/
Noun
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

An advance through and past enemy lines.

2 Definition

Any major progress; such as a great innovation or discovery that overcomes a significant obstacle.

Example Sentences
  • Albert Einstein is credited with making some of the greatest breakthroughs in modern physics.
3 Definition

The penetration of the opposition defence

4 Definition

The penetration of a separating wall or the remaining distance to an adjacent hollow (a crosscut in mining) or between two parts of a tunnel build from both ends; knockthrough.

Adjective
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

Characterized by major progress or overcoming some obstacle.

Example Sentences
  • a breakthrough technological advance