tidal wave
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Tweet n. Physics 1. A long, shallow water wave that propagates in the ocean and results in high and low tides, caused by the combined gravitational effects of the sun, the moon, and the earth. Also called tide wave. 2. A tsunami. Not in scientific use. 3. An overwhelming manifestation; a flood: a tidal wave of illicit drugs; an emotional tidal wave. |
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