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eye passes close to the coast [1 record]

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Record 1 2012-11-07

English

Subject field(s)
  • Special-Language Phraseology
  • Atmospheric, Climatic and Meteorological Phenomena
CONT

storm surge: The high and forceful dome of wind-driven waters sweeping along the coastline near where the eye makes landfall or passes close to the coast.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Phraséologie des langues de spécialité
  • Phénomènes météorologiques, climatiques et atmosphériques
CONT

onde de tempête : Vagues de tempête relevant le niveau de la mer de plusieurs mètres sous l'action de vents violents et persistants dans la région où l'œil de l'ouragan passe près des côtes.

Spanish

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