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downfall

down·fall

UK/ˈdaʊnfɔːl/ US/daʊnˈfɔːl/ uncommon

noun

1.

failure that results in a loss of position or reputation

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2.

the falling to earth of any form of water (rain or snow or hail or sleet or mist)

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3.

a sudden decline in strength or number or importance

  • “the fall of the House of Hapsburg”
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Origin

From down- + fall. In this spelling, from 16th century; spelled as two words from 13th century.

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  • Operation Downfall
  • Willsons Downfall

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