noun

collision

Collision (noun) means an instance of colliding.

noun

An instance of colliding.

Any event in which two or more bodies exert forces on each other in a relatively short time. In a collision, physical contact of two bodies is not necessary.

Clipping of naming collision.

Clipping of collision detection; tangibility.

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Etymology

From Middle French collision, from Latin collīsiō (“clash, concussion, collision”) (whence -ion (noun suffix denoting action, result, process, state, condition)), from collīsus (“clashed together, conflicted, contended”), past participle of collīdō (“to clash, strike, dash, beat, or press together”) (whence collide), from con- (“together”) + laedō (“to strike, collide, hurt”) (whence col- (assimilated form of com-)).

Rhymes for collision

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of collision?

"collision" (noun) means an instance of colliding.

What are the different meanings of collision?

"collision" has 3 main meanings: 1. An instance of colliding; 2. Any event in which two or more bodies exert forces on each other in a relatively short time. In a collision, physical contact of two bodies is not necessary; 3. Clipping of naming collision.