Love wave

Scientific  

/ lŭv /

1. A type of seismic surface wave in which particles move with a side-to-side motion perpendicular to the main propagation of the earthquake. The amplitude of this motion decreases with depth. Love waves cause the rocks they pass through to change in shape. They travel faster than Rayleigh waves. Love waves are named after their discoverer, British mathematician Augustus Love (1863–1940).

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Example Sentences

On the wildly impressive “Pray 4 Love,” Wave nails a refreshing blend of pure singing and melodic rapping.

From New York Times

Throughout “Pray 4 Love,” Wave, 21 and originally from St. Petersburg, Fla., paints a picture of devastation and disappointment.

From New York Times

Nobody rides a love wave like Federer.

From The Guardian

“It has been a constant love wave actually this time around. Times have changed and people seem to appreciate us a lot more this time,” says Fahey.

From Washington Times

“I love Wave Hill because it’s one of the most beautiful natural places in the city,” said Mr. Tomaselli, whose works have sold for hundreds of thousands of dollars.

From New York Times