broken-down

/ˌbroʊkən ˌˈdaʊn/
/brəʊkɪnˈdaʊn/
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Definitions of broken-down
  1. adjective
    not in working order
    “had to push the broken-down car”
    “a broken-down tractor fit only for children to play on”
    synonyms:
    unserviceable
    not ready for service
  2. adjective
    in deplorable condition
    “a broken-down fence”
    synonyms: bedraggled, derelict, dilapidated, ramshackle, tatterdemalion, tumble-down
    damaged
    harmed or injured or spoiled
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