aftershock

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Synonyms: after shock, aftershocks, intershock, aftershow

Antonyms: after shock, aftershocks, intershock, aftershow

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Noun

1. {{lb|en|seismology}} An [[earthquake]] that follows in the same vicinity as another, usually larger, [[earthquake]] (the "[[mainshock]]").
2. {{lb|en|figuratively}} By extension, any [[result]] or [[consequence]] following a major event.
3. Emotional and physical distress following a traumatic event.

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