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| shock wave (plural shock waves) |
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1. wave of heat and air pressure: a wave of increased temperature or pressure as a result of an explosion or earthquake or the movement of a supersonic body
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2. surprised reaction: a widespread reaction of shock or distress caused by an event or piece of news
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often used in the plural
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