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collision

/kəˈlɪʒ.ən/

collisionnoun

collisions

/kəˈlɪʒ.ən/

Translations

The collision between the two cars caused a massive traffic jam.

La collision entre les deux voitures a provoqué un énorme embouteillage.

Additional translations

chocPour un heurt violent, notamment dans la langue courante.

conflitAu sens figuré, pour un heurt entre idées, intérêts ou factions.

Definitions

An instance of one moving object or person striking violently against another.

The collision between the two cars caused a massive traffic jam.

A conflict between opposing ideas, interests, or factions.

The collision of different cultures can lead to both challenges and opportunities.

An event in which two or more particles come into contact with each other, often used in physics.

The scientists observed the collision of particles in the accelerator.

Synonyms

collision course

collisionadjective

/kəˈlɪʒ.ən/

Used attributively before another noun, e.g., "collision avoidance", "collision insurance".

Translations

Additional translations

collisionnelTerme technique, surtout dans le domaine de la sécurité et de l’ingénierie.

Definitions

Relating to, designed for, or resulting from collisions.

The aircraft is equipped with a collision avoidance system.