word
Earthquake
UR-thkwayk
/ˈɜːrˌθkweɪk/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
earthquake
Dictionary meaning
Shaking and vibration at the surface of the earth resulting from underground movement along a fault plane of from volcanic activity.
Examples
- Selling the company caused an earthquake among the employees.
Synonyms: quake, temblor, seism
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