vélbráðum
Vélbráðum is a term used in Icelandic to describe a condition where a machine or mechanical device malfunctions or breaks down unexpectedly. It signifies a sudden and often catastrophic failure of a system. This can apply to a wide range of mechanical objects, from simple tools to complex industrial machinery. The breakdown is typically not a gradual deterioration but a sharp cessation of function, leaving the device inoperable.
The etymology of the word combines "vél" meaning machine or engine, and "bráðum" which can be interpreted