coincident

See also: coïncident

English

Etymology

French coïncident

Pronunciation

  • (UK) IPA(key): /ˈkəʊˌɪn.sɪ.dn̩t/
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Adjective

coincident (comparative more coincident, superlative most coincident)

  1. (of two events) Occurring at the same time.
  2. (of two objects) Being in the same location.
  3. Being in accordance, matching.
    • South
      Christianity teaches nothing but what is perfectly suitable to, and coincident with, the ruling principles of a virtuous and well-inclined man.

Translations

Noun

coincident (plural coincidents)

  1. Either of multiple simultaneous related incidents
    • Sir Humphry Davy
      When I was in London I was shocked at the alteration in our friend Tobin's looks and appearance. Those who always interpret two coincidents into cause and effect would surmise that marriage has been less conducive to his health than to his moral comfort.

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Verb

coincīdent

  1. third-person plural future active indicative of coincīdō
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