Noun
A very large and destructive wave, generally caused by a tremendous disturbance in the ocean, such as an undersea earthquake or volcanic eruption. Tsunami are usually a series of waves, or wave train.
(figuratively) A large and generally unstoppable surge.
Source: en.wiktionary.orgAccording to this theory, the catastrophic loss of the political, administrative and economic centre by the eruption as well as the damage wrought by the tsunami to the coastal towns and villages of Crete precipitated the decline of the Minoans. Source: Internet
ADB also responded to a multitude of natural disasters in the region, committing more than $850 million for recovery in areas of India, Indonesia, Maldives, and Sri Lanka hit by the December 2004 Asian tsunami. Source: Internet
Air Force Pave Hawks from the Pacific theater also took part in a massive humanitarian relief effort in early 2005 in Sri Lanka to help victims of the tsunami. Source: Internet
A destructive tsunami contributed to the damage and loss of life. Source: Internet
A destructive tsunami followed, leaving at least 74 people dead, and 2,687 injured. Source: Internet
A destructive tsunami follows, leaving 189 dead and hundreds injured. Source: Internet