Hypocentre definition

(geology) The focus of an earthquake, directly under the epicentre.
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(military) The point on the surface below an atmospheric explosion.
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Ground zero.
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Other Word Forms

Noun

Singular:
hypocentre
Plural:
hypocentres

Origin of hypocentre

  • From Ancient Greek ὑπό (under) + κέντρον (centre)

    From Wiktionary