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The origin of the word "a Break" or verb "to break" comes from the local language of Normandy (France) "une brèque" which means the same as the English word. It means also an hole in an hurdle.

The pronunciation is the same for the french and English word.

Many English words have their origins in the Normandy's language

See also "Cat"...

source: Grandparents and local linguist.

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