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The literal meaning of the word 'tsunami' is

a. harbour wave
b. big wave
c. tidal wage
d. cyclonic wave

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Solution

The correct answer is option (a).

Explanation: The word 'tsunami' is made up of two Japanese words: 'tsu,' which means a harbour, and 'nami,' which means a wave.

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