SEISMICALLY

Etymology

Adverb

seismically (comparative more seismically, superlative most seismically)

In a seismic manner; with the qualities of an earthquake.

Source: Wiktionary


SEISMIC

Seis"mic, Seis"mal, a. Etym: [Gr.

Definition: Of or pertaining to an earthquake; caused by an earthquake. Seismic vertical, the point upon the earth's surface vertically over the center of effort or focal point whence the earthquake's impulse proceeds, or the vertical line connecting these two points.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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There are more than 50 countries that export coffee. They are near the equator, where the climate is conducive to producing coffee beans.

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