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
Read the full article ↗The Boston Globe