collision mark
[kəˈlɪʒən mɑːrk]
nounpl: collision marks
marca de colisão
1. A visible sign, scratch, dent, or impression left on a surface as a result of two objects striking each other
The insurance adjuster examined the collision mark on the vehicle to assess the damage.
O perito de seguros examinou a marca de colisão no veículo para avaliar os danos.
2. In forensic science, physical evidence indicating where an impact or collision occurred
The collision mark on the wall helped investigators determine the point of impact.
A marca de colisão na parede ajudou os investigadores a determinar o ponto de impacto.
3. In linguistics and typography, a visible error or misalignment resulting from character or text overlap
The printer created a collision mark where the two font styles overlapped.
A impressora criou uma marca de colisão onde os dois estilos de fonte se sobrepuseram.
The term 'collision mark' is primarily used in technical, legal, and forensic contexts in both Brazil and the United States. In Brazil, it is commonly encountered in insurance claim documentation and automotive accident reports. The more colloquial 'marca de batida' is frequently used in everyday conversation when discussing vehicle damage.
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