WorldAugust 16, 2026

seismic

SYZ-mik

Definition

Relating to earthquakes or other vibrations of the Earth's crust.

Etymology

Derived from the Greek word 'seismos', meaning earthquake, which was adapted into modern scientific English in the mid-19th century.

In the news

The article uses the term to describe the geological faults in Indonesia, explaining why the region is highly prone to destructive earthquakes.

Rescuers dig through rubble, landslides after Indonesia quake kills at least 47

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The Boston Globe

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