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tremors

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Main Entry:
trem·or 
          Listen to the pronunciation of tremor
Pronunciation:
\ˈtre-mər\
Function:
noun
Etymology:
Middle English tremour, from Anglo-French tremor, from Latin, from tremere
Date:
14th century
1 a: a trembling or shaking usually from physical weakness, emotional stress, or disease b: nervous excitement <the exhibit caused a tremor in the artistic community>2: a quivering or vibratory motion ; especially : a discrete small movement following or preceding a major seismic event3 a: a feeling of uncertainty or insecurity <a tremor of hesitation> b: a cause of such a feeling


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