tidal force

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Synonyms: tidal bore, vital force, tidal forces

Antonyms: tidal bore, vital force, tidal forces

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Noun

1. {{lb|en|physics}} Any of various [[gravitational]] forces acting on a body caused by [[variation]] in the [[distance]] between it and a source of a [[gravitational field]]; such forces due to the [[Moon]] are responsible for [[tide]]s.

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