Definition of tidal wave

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tidal wave

The term 'tidal wave' as it applies to the area of coastlines can be defined as ' (1) a wave, in the oceans and seas, produced by tides and tidal currents. (2) non-technical term in popular usage for an unusually high and destructive water level along a shore. it usually refers to storm surge or tsunami'.

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