topple
to
ˈtɑ
taa
pple
pəl
pēl
British pronunciation
/tˈɒpə‍l/

Définition et signification de « topple » en anglais

to topple
01

s'effondrer, tomber

to fall or collapse, often due to instability or lack of support
Intransitive
to topple definition and meaning
example
Exemples
The old tree, weakened by disease, finally began to topple in the strong wind.
Le vieil arbre, affaibli par la maladie, a finalement commencé à s'effondrer sous le vent fort.
The dominoes were set up in a long row, ready to topple with a single push.
Les dominos étaient alignés en une longue rangée, prêts à tomber d'une seule poussée.
02

renverser, faire tomber

to cause something to fall over or collapse, often by applying force or destabilizing it
Transitive: to topple a structure
example
Exemples
The strong gust of wind toppled the flimsy fence along the sidewalk.
La forte rafale de vent a renversé la clôture fragile le long du trottoir.
The protestors attempted to topple the statue of the dictator during the demonstration.
Les manifestants ont tenté de renverser la statue du dictateur pendant la manifestation.
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