Akademik

brittle
1. adjective /ˈbɹɪtl̩/
a) Inflexible, may break or snap easily under stress or pressure.
b) Not physically tough or tenacious; apt to break or crumble when bending.
See Also: brittleness
2. noun /ˈbɹɪtl̩/
A confection of caramelized sugar and nuts.
Syn: brickle

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