Prelom

Prelom is a Slovak and Czech word with multiple meanings, primarily related to breaking, fracture, or a significant change. It can refer to a physical break, such as a broken bone or object. Figuratively, it can signify a turning point, a crisis, or a radical shift in a situation, event, or process. The specific meaning is usually determined by context.

In the context of printing and publishing, "prelom" refers to the page break or layout, the point where one page ends and another begins. This meaning relates to the physical breaking up of content into discrete pages.

More broadly, "prelom" can imply a decisive moment that alters the course of events, suggesting a clear before and after. This usage highlights the disruptive and transformative nature of the "break."