Allision
/əˈlɪʒən/noun
The striking of a moving vessel against a stationary object, such as a pier, buoy, or anchored ship.
Did you know?Unlike a collision, which traditionally involves two moving objects, an allision specifically describes a moving vessel striking something stationary.
Etymological Timeline
Classical Latin
Latin
allīdere
“To strike against or dash against; formed from ad- (“toward”) and laedere (“to strike or injure”).”
Late Latin
Latin
allīsiō
“A striking against or collision.”
18th Century
English
allision
“A collision, especially in nautical or legal usage.”
Modern English
English
allision
“The impact of a moving vessel with a stationary object.”