tsunami
1 of 1noun/tsuˈnɑmi/
Forms:tsunamis
1
a very high wave or series of waves caused by an undersea earthquake or volcanic eruption
B2Learn more on Wikipedia- The devastating tsunami in 2004 wreaked havoc across coastal regions of Southeast Asia.
- Tsunami warning systems are crucial in alerting coastal communities to potential danger.
- The tsunami waves reached heights of over 30 meters in some areas, causing widespread destruction.
- Survivors of the tsunami recounted stories of the overwhelming power and speed of the waves.
- After the earthquake, the government issued an evacuation order due to the risk of a tsunami.