Meaning of happenstance in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈhæpənˌstæns/

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  1. Noun

    happenstance

    Etymology

    late 19th century: blend of happen and circumstance

    Definitions

    1. an event that might have been arranged although it was really accidental

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