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tsunami
nounmasculinegeneral usecommon/tsuˈnɐmi/tsu·na·mi
Definition
1A giant oceanic wave, usually caused by an underwater earthquake, volcanic eruption, or landslide, which can cause great destruction when it reaches the coast.
Usage examples
“The earthquake triggered a devastating tsunami.”
“Coastal communities evacuated after the tsunami warning.”
Synonyms
Common combinations
tsunami wavetsunami warningtsunami victimstsunami damage