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Term: ACCIDERE
Definition: Accidere is a Latin word that means to fall down or to happen to someone. It is often used in civil law to describe something that has occurred or befallen someone.
ACCIDERE
Accidere is a Latin verb that means to fall down or, by extension, to befall or happen to someone.
These examples show how accidere can be used to describe physical falling, as well as events that happen to someone. For instance, "Quid accidit?" means "What happened?" and could be used to ask about a car accident or a sudden illness. "Si quid accidit" means "if anything happens" and could be used to express concern about a risky situation, such as a dangerous hike or a long trip.