English Explanatory Dictionary

knock-on effect

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A secondary, often unintended effect; a repercussion, chain reaction.

Word forms

knock-on effect knock-on effects

Etymology

knock-on + effect

Related words

idiom other effects: domino effect ripple effect concept related: Unintended consequence
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