tsunami
US /tsuːˈnɑː.mi/
UK /tsuːˈnɑː.mi/
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海啸
a long, high sea wave caused by an earthquake, submarine landslide, or other disturbance.
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The coastal town was devastated by a powerful tsunami.
沿海城镇被一场强大的海啸摧毁了。
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Early warning systems are crucial for mitigating the impact of a tsunami.
早期预警系统对于减轻海啸的影响至关重要。