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Frangible

Definition: (adjective) Easily broken or shattered.

Sense 1: Fragile; easily breakable.

Example sentence: Be careful while handling the frangible glassware; it can easily shatter if dropped on a hard surface.

Sense 2: (Military) Designed to break or fragment on impact, reducing the risk of injury or damage.

Example sentence: The frangible bullets used by the special forces disintegrate upon impact, reducing the chances of unintended casualties.

Sense 3 (Local slang): Being sensitive or prone to be easily hurt emotionally.

Example sentence: Matt is quite frangible; he gets upset over the smallest criticism.

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