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The correct spelling is collapsing.
How to pronounce collapsing
verb
Say it like: Col-lap-sin-g
The correct spelling is collapsing. To break apart and fall down suddenly; to cave in. For example: "Pyramid schemes tend to generate profits for a while and then collapse."
Usage Examples
“Pyramid schemes tend to generate profits for a while and then collapse.”
“Hurry up and collapse the tent so we can get moving.”
“The exhausted singer collapsed on stage and had to be taken to the hospital.”
Definition
verb
- 1.To break apart and fall down suddenly; to cave in.
- 2.To cease to function due to a sudden breakdown; to fail suddenly and completely.
- 3.To fold compactly.
- 4.To hide additional directory (folder) levels below the selected directory (folder) levels. When a folder contains no additional folders, a minus sign (-) appears next to the folder.
- 5.For several batsmen to get out in quick succession
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