The term 'breakers' can refer to three different things. WAVES are large masses of water that move in a circular motion, often caused by wind or tides. Surfers use these WAVES to ride on their boards. MUGS are large, heavy cups that are used to hold hot beverages like coffee or tea. They are also used to break up the surface of the water when swimming. Finally, breakers can also refer to electrical circuit breakers, which are devices used to protect electrical circuits from overloads.