tsunami

noun

A very large ocean wave caused by an underwater earthquake or volcanic eruption.

noun

A great tidal disturbance which may be caused by earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, or barometric depressions.

noun

A very large and destructive wave, generally caused by a tremendous disturbance in the ocean, such as an undersea earthquake or volcanic eruption.

noun

a cataclysm resulting from a destructive sea wave caused by an earthquake or volcanic eruption