temblor
/ˈtɛmblər/
noun
- An earthquake; a shaking of the ground caused by movement of the Earth's crust.
- After the temblor, the building was inspected for cracks in the foundation.
- A strong temblor rattled the city early this morning, waking many residents.
- Scientists recorded a minor temblor off the coast, but no damage was reported.
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