ongeval

Definitions of ongeval
  1. noun
    an unfortunate mishap; especially one causing damage or injury
    synonyms: accident, auto-ongeluk, ongeluk
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    aanrijding
    an accident resulting from violent impact of a moving object
    schipbreuk
    a serious accident (usually involving one or more vehicles)
    autowrak, schipbreuk
    an accident that destroys a ship at sea
    kettingbotsing
    multiple collisions of vehicles
    ineenstorting
    a serious collision (especially of motor vehicles)
    hersenschudding
    injury to the brain caused by a blow; usually resulting in loss of consciousness
    mutilatie, verminking
    an injury that causes disfigurement or that deprives you of a limb or other important body part
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