Synonyms: give the axe, give the bounce, give the gate
Definition: terminate a relationship abruptly
Usage: Mary gave John the axe after she saw him with another woman
Similar words: part, separate, split, split up, break, break up
Definition: discontinue an association or relation; go different ways
Usage: The business partners broke over a tax question; The couple separated after 25 years of marriage; My friend and I split up