Definition of Tsunami
Tsunami
tsu·na·mi
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
an extremely high, large, and long tidal wave in the sea/ocean, caused by an underwater disturbance such as an earthquake or volcanic eruption;
e.g. The island was hit by a destructive tsunami last year.
(noun)
the occurrence or arrival of something, often suddenly and/or in overwhelming amounts or quantities;
e.g. They received a tsunami of letters complaining about the controversial article.
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