Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

crush-zone

Noun

/krʌʃ zoʊn/

Definition

A crush-zone is a specific area designed to absorb energy in a collision, typically in automotive engineering.

Examples

The crush-zone of the car was engineered to protect passengers in the event of a crash.
Modern vehicles often have multiple crush-zones to enhance safety features.

Meaning

Crush-zones are strategically placed sections of a vehicle’s structure that collapse during an impact, reducing the force transmitted to the occupants.