to topple
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British pronunciation
/tˈɒpə‍l/

Definition & Meaning of "topple"

to topple
01

to fall or collapse, often due to instability or lack of support

Intransitive
to topple definition and meaning
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The old tree, weakened by disease, finally began to topple in the strong wind.
The dominoes were set up in a long row, ready to topple with a single push.
02

to cause something to fall over or collapse, often by applying force or destabilizing it

Transitive: to topple a structure
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The strong gust of wind toppled the flimsy fence along the sidewalk.
The protestors attempted to topple the statue of the dictator during the demonstration.
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