break-off vs doldrums

break-off

noun
  • A break, discontinuance, or interruption 

  • That which breaks off, or is broken off 

  • The first shot in a game of snooker or other cue-game 

verb
  • To play the first shot in a game of snooker 

doldrums

noun
  • Usually preceded by the: a state of apathy or lack of interest; a situation where one feels boredom, ennui, or tedium; a state of listlessness or malaise. 

  • Usually preceded by the: a part of the ocean near the equator where calms, squalls, and light, baffling winds are common. 

  • Usually preceded by the: the state of a sailing ship when it is impeded by calms or light, baffling winds, and is unable to make progress. 

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