Entity: COLLISION-COURSE
A collision course refers to a trajectory or course of action that will lead to a collision or conflict if continued unchanged. It can involve moving bodies, vehicles, or even abstract concepts on a path towards collision.
COLLISION-COURSE
Etymology
The term 'collision course' originates from the concept of two objects or entities moving towards each other in a way that will result in a collision if their paths remain unchanged.
Definition
A collision course is a trajectory or course of action that, if continued unaltered, will lead to a collision or conflict between two entities, whether physical objects or abstract ideas.
Historical Context
The notion of a collision course has been prevalent in various fields, including physics, military strategy, and interpersonal relationships, highlighting the inevitability of conflict when opposing paths converge.
Cultural Significance
The phrase 'collision course' is often used metaphorically to describe situations where conflicting interests or ideologies are on a direct path towards confrontation or disagreement.
Related Concepts
- On a Collision Course: Refers to entities moving towards each other in a way that will result in a crash if one does not change direction.
See Also
A course or path of a vehicle, projectile, etc., that, if unchanged, will lead to a collision with another object.