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collision

[kəˈlɪʒən]

collision Definition

  • 1an instance of one moving object or person striking violently against another
  • 2a situation in which two or more things come into conflict or opposition

Using collision: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "collision" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The collision between the two cars caused a traffic jam.

  • Example

    The collision of different cultures can lead to misunderstandings.

  • Example

    The collision of opinions led to a heated debate.

collision Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for collision

Antonyms for collision

Phrases with collision

  • head-on collision

    a collision in which the front ends of two vehicles hit each other directly

    Example

    The head-on collision on the highway caused several injuries.

  • a situation in which two or more people or things are moving towards each other and will soon come into conflict

    Example

    The two countries were on a collision course, with tensions escalating every day.

  • collision detection

    the process of detecting when two objects in a computer game or simulation have collided

    Example

    The game's collision detection system was not working properly, causing players to pass through walls.

Origins of collision

from Latin 'collisio', meaning 'a striking together'

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Summary: collision in Brief

The term 'collision' [kəˈlɪʒən] refers to a violent impact between two moving objects or people, or a conflict or opposition between two or more things. It can describe physical events like car crashes or metaphorical ones like cultural clashes, as in 'The collision of different cultures can lead to misunderstandings.' 'Collision' extends into phrases like 'head-on collision,' describing a specific type of crash, and 'collision course,' denoting an impending conflict.

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