Tidal Wave Definition

noun
The regularly occurring elevation of the ocean's surface water at high tide.
American Heritage
A tsunami or a similar wave caused by strong winds and not actually related to the tides.
Webster's New World
Any great or widespread movement, expression of prevalent feeling, etc.
Webster's New World
A tsunami. Not in scientific use.
American Heritage
An overwhelming manifestation; a flood.
A tidal wave of illicit drugs; an emotional tidal wave.
American Heritage

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Singular:
tidal wave
Plural:
tidal-waves

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