aftershock

aftershock
aftershock (n.) also after-shock, 1894, from AFTER (Cf. after) + SHOCK (Cf. shock) (n.).

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  • aftershock — ► NOUN ▪ a smaller earthquake following the main shock of a large earthquake …   English terms dictionary

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  • aftershock — [[t]ɑ͟ːftə(r)ʃɒk, æ̱f [/t]] aftershocks 1) N COUNT Aftershocks are smaller earthquakes which occur after a large earthquake. 2) N COUNT: usu with supp People sometimes refer to the effects of an important event, especially a bad one, as the… …   English dictionary

  • aftershock — UK [ˈɑːftə(r)ˌʃɒk] / US [ˈæftərˌʃɑk] noun [countable] Word forms aftershock : singular aftershock plural aftershocks 1) a small earthquake (= occasion when the earth shakes) that happens after a bigger one 2) unpleasant results or feelings after… …   English dictionary

  • aftershock — /af teuhr shok , ahf /, n. 1. a small earthquake or tremor that follows a major earthquake. 2. the effect, result, or repercussion of an event; aftermath; consequence: The aftershock of the bankruptcy was felt throughout the financial community.… …   Universalium

  • Aftershock (liqueur) — Aftershock is a liqueur drink produced in Canada by Jim Beam Brands and distributed by Munson Shaw Co. of Deerfield, Illinois. It has a thick, syrupy consistency and is available in six varieties:* Red (Hot Cool Cinnamon) * Blue (Deep Cool… …   Wikipedia

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