definition of
rupture

[1] #1 rupture v. [tear, snap, bust] separate or cause to separate abruptly; "The rope snapped"; "tear the paper". wn

[2] #2 rupture n. state of being torn or burst open. wn

[3] #3 rupture n. [breach, break, severance, rift, falling out] a personal or social separation (as between opposing factions); "they hoped to avoid a break in relations". wn

[4] #4 rupture n. the act of making a sudden noisy break. wn