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groundswellenUK
ground·swell G0285700 (ground′swĕl′)n.1. A sudden gathering of force, as of public opinion: a groundswell of antiwar sentiment.2. A broad deep undulation of the ocean, often caused by a distant storm or an earthquake.groundswell (ˈɡraʊndˌswɛl) n1. (Physical Geography) a considerable swell of the sea, often caused by a distant storm or earthquake or by the passage of waves into shallow water2. a strong public feeling or opinion that is detectable even though not openly expressed: a groundswell of discontent. ground•swell (ˈgraʊndˌswɛl)
n. 1. a broad, deep swell or rolling of the sea, due to a distant storm or gale. 2. a surge of feelings, esp. among the general public: a groundswell of support. [1810–20] TranslationsgroundswellenUK
groundswell a considerable swell of the sea, often caused by a distant storm or earthquake or by the passage of waves into shallow water |