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earthquake

noun A2
MEANING IN ENGLISH

a sudden violent shaking of the ground caused by movements within the earth's crust; A sudden and violent shaking of the ground as a result of movements within the earth's crust.

a sudden violent shaking of the ground caused by movements within the earth's crust

a sudden shaking of the ground caused by movements within the Earth's crust or volcanic action

In context

01

The devastating earthquake shook buildings throughout the capital city.

02

Engineers designed the high-rise tower to withstand a powerful earthquake.

Synonyms

shock,quake,tremor

Antonyms

stability,calm,stillness

Collocations

major earthquake,earthquake zone,earthquake damage

Sources

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