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Aftershock

An earthquake that follows in the same vicinity as another, usually larger, earthquake (the "mainshock").

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noun
  1. 1

    An earthquake that follows in the same vicinity as another, usually larger, earthquake (the "mainshock").

  2. 2

    By extension, any result or consequence following a major event.

  3. 3

    Emotional and physical distress following a traumatic event.

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