noun
- extremely large ocean waves, typically those exceeding normal wave heights by a significant margin
Usage: oceanography; meteorology
Examples
- The storm generated superwaves that reached heights of over 100 feet.
- Coastal engineers study superwaves to improve seawall designs.
- The research vessel encountered superwaves during the hurricane.
- Superwaves can cause severe damage to offshore oil platforms.
- Scientists use satellite data to track superwaves across the ocean.
- The documentary featured footage of superwaves crashing against cliffs.