Earthquake

noun

/ˈɜːθkweɪk/

Word Frequency: 5.6

Definitions

1.nounA shaking of the ground, caused by volcanic activity or movement around geologic faults.

2.noun(planetary geology) Such a quake specifically occurring on the planet Earth, as opposed to other celestial bodies.

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