What is the meaning of accident?

noun

  • An unfortunate mishap; especially one causing damage or injury.
  • Anything that happens suddenly or by chance without an apparent cause.
    • usage: "winning the lottery was a happy accident"; "the pregnancy was a stroke of bad luck"; "it was due to an accident or fortuity"
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