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tsunami

/(t)suːˈnɑːmi/ noun B1
  1. A very large and destructive wave, generally caused by a tremendous disturbance in the ocean, such as an undersea earthquake or volcanic eruption; often a series of waves (a wave train). · A tsunami struck Japan recently.
  2. A large and generally unstoppable surge. (figuratively)

Plural tsunami

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