A very large and destructive wave, generally caused by a tremendous disturbance in the ocean, such as an undersea earthquake or volcanic eruption. Tsunami are usually a series of waves, or wave train.

plural of tsunami

A protective barrier that is used to protect against and impede the travel of a tsunami wave

plural of tsunami wall

Synonym of ice shove

plural of ice tsunami

A growth in the elderly population, having the potential to overwhelm society (due to new demands in areas such as healthcare) if society is not prepared.

(of an earthquake) capable of generating a tsunami; commonly along major subduction-zone plate boundaries such as those bordering the Pacific Ocean

Resembling or characteristic of a tsunami.

Of or pertaining to a tsunami.