A (relatively minor) event that is incidental to, or related to others.
3
An event that causes or may cause an interruption or a crisis, such as a workplace illness or a software error.
adjective
1
Arising as the result of an event, inherent.
2
(of a stream of particles or radiation) Falling on or striking a surface.
The incident light illuminated the surface.
3
Coming or happening accidentally; not in the usual course of things; not in connection with the main design; not according to expectation; casual; fortuitous.
4
Liable to happen; apt to occur; befalling; hence, naturally happening or appertaining.