Meaning of the word "crash into" in English

What does "crash into" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

crash into

US /kræʃ ˈɪntuː/
UK /kræʃ ˈɪntuː/

Phrasal Verb

to hit something or someone violently by accident

Example:
The car suddenly swerved and crashed into a tree.
I accidentally crashed into another shopper's cart at the supermarket.