allision

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The striking of a vessel against a fixed object; the act of alliding or an instance thereof.
  2. The act of dashing against or striking upon.

Pronunciation

/əˈlɪʒən/ /æ-/

Word forms

allision allisions

Etymology

From Latin allisiō, from allīdō (“to strike or dash against”). cf. collision.

Related words

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