accident insurance

noun

insurance providing for loss resulting from accidental bodily injury.

Origin of accident insurance

An Americanism dating back to 1865–70

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Historical Examples of accident insurance

Ever since I have been a director in an accident-insurance company I have felt that I am a better man.
Mark Twain's Speeches
Mark Twain (Samuel Clemens)

British Dictionary definitions for accident insurance

accident insurance

noun

insurance providing compensation for accidental injury or death

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