Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
happen-by
verb
/ˈhæp.ən baɪ/
Definition
To come across something unexpectedly or to pass by something casually.
Examples
- While out for a walk, I happen-by an old friend whom I hadn’t seen in years.
- We just happen-by a charming little café while exploring the city.
Meaning
The phrase ‘happen-by’ refers to a situation where someone or something comes into contact with another thing by chance or without prior planning.
Synonyms
- come across
- run into
- stumble upon
