Enter the word for search

shockwave

Translations

shockwavenoun

shockwaves

pl

ударная волна

The meteorite impact produced a powerful shockwave that rattled buildings five miles away.

Удар метеорита вызвал мощную ударную волну, которая потрясла здания на расстоянии пяти миль.

потрясениефигурально

News of the merger sent shockwaves through the financial sector.

Новость о слиянии вызвала потрясение в финансовом секторе.

Additional translations

шоковая волнакалька с английского, реже употребляется, преимущественно в технике

Synonyms

blast wave

ripple effect

seismic wave

shock front

pressure wave

shock wave

shockwaveadjective

Used attributively, especially in technical or medical contexts (e.g., "shockwave therapy").

ударно-волновойнаучно-техническое употребление

Shockwave therapy is often used to treat chronic tendon injuries.

Ударно-волновая терапия часто используется для лечения хронических повреждений сухожилий.

Synonyms

Definitions

shockwavenoun

A high-pressure wave generated by an explosion, impact, or other sudden force, marked by an abrupt change in pressure, temperature, and density of the medium through which it passes.

The meteorite impact produced a powerful shockwave that rattled buildings five miles away.

(figurative, usually plural) A sudden and widespread feeling of surprise, fear, or outrage caused by an unexpected event.

News of the merger sent shockwaves through the financial sector.

shockwaveadjective

Relating to or employing shockwaves.

Shockwave therapy is often used to treat chronic tendon injuries.