earthquake
/ˈɝθkweɪk/
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Definitions
Noun
shaking and vibration at the surface of the earth resulting from underground movement along a fault plane of from volcanic activity
Noun
a disturbance that is extremely disruptive; "selling the company caused an earthquake among the employees"
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