What is the meaning of incident?

noun

  • A single distinct event.
  • A public disturbance.
    • usage: "the police investigated an incident at the bus station"

adjective

  • Falling or striking of light rays on something.
    • usage: "incident light"
  • Sometimes followed by `to'. ( minor or casual or subordinate in significance or nature or occurring as a chance concomitant or consequence)
    • usage: "incidental expenses"; "the road will bring other incidental advantages"; "extra duties incidental to the job"; "labor problems incidental to a rapid expansion"; "confusion incidental to a quick change"
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