« Back to Dictionary Index
“T-bone” refers to a type of vehicle collision where one vehicle impacts another vehicle broadside, typically at a perpendicular angle. The term is derived from the shape of a T-bone steak, which resembles the letter “T” and is used to describe the orientation of the vehicles involved in such collisions. In a T-bone collision, the front of one vehicle strikes the side of another vehicle, forming a T-shape. These collisions often occur at intersections or when one vehicle fails to yield the right-of-way. T-bone collisions can result in significant damage to the vehicles involved and may cause serious injuries to occupants, especially those on the side of the vehicle that is struck.
Additional term:
- Model-T Ford car.