Tsunami

from jepang

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Loanword
From jepang

Definition

A massive ocean wave caused by an earthquake or volcanic eruption

Etymology

Loanword from Japanese '津波' (tsunami), composed of 'tsu' (harbor) and 'nami' (wave). Entered Indonesian via English and international media, especially after the 2004 tsunami disaster. The meaning remains a devastating ocean wave caused by earthquakes or volcanic eruptions.

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