Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
chance-encounter
Noun
/ʧæns ɪnˈkaʊntər/
Definition
A chance-encounter is an unexpected meeting or interaction with someone, often occurring by coincidence rather than design.
Examples
- Running into an old friend at a café was a delightful chance-encounter.
- The chance-encounter at the park turned out to be the start of a beautiful friendship.
Meaning
It refers to an unplanned event where two or more people meet without prior arrangement, which can lead to interesting conversations or connections.
Synonyms
- Coincidental meeting
- Accidental meeting
- Serendipitous encounter
- Unexpected meeting
