crash

crash · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A violent collision, especially of vehicles.

  2. 2.

    To collide violently with something.

  3. 3.

    Rapid and intensive.

  4. 4.

    To make a sudden loud noise.

  5. 5.

    A loud, sudden noise.

  6. 6.

    (Computing) To fail suddenly.

  7. 7.

    A sudden failure of a computer system.

  8. 8.

    (Informal) To sleep or stay temporarily.

  9. 9.

    A sudden collapse in the value of stocks or an economy.

  10. 10.

    (Informal) To attend without invitation.

Forms

plural: crashes

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    crash and burn — to fail spectacularly
  • •
    crash course — an intensive short course
  • •
    crash landing — an emergency aircraft landing
  • •
    crash diet — a severe weight-loss diet

Related words

See also: accident, collision, smash, wreck
Synonyms: bang, collision, smash, wreck

Etymology

From Middle English, probably of imitative origin, suggesting the sound of a violent impact.