The meaning of Break in

phrasal verb

Intrude on uninvited

phrasal verb

Force entry to a building.

Usage examples:

Would-be thieves had smashed the door lock in an attempt to break in

phrasal verb

Interrupt something, especially a conversation.

Usage examples:

‘i don't want to interfere,’ mrs hendry broke in

phrasal verb

Wear something, typically a pair of new shoes, until it becomes supple and comfortable.

Usage examples:

To break your shoes in, wear them around your house for a few days.

phrasal verb

Accustom a horse to a saddle and bridle, and to being ridden.

Usage examples:

I break in my dad's horses

phrasal verb

To enter a building illegally, usually by damaging a door or window, esp. for the purpose of stealing something

Usage examples:

Thieves broke into our office downtown and stole the computers., we will have to break in three new…

phrasal verb

To train someone to do a new job or activity

Usage examples:

The boss did not believe in breaking in his staff gently.