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microtremor

American  
[mahy-kroh-trem-er] / ˌmaɪ kroʊˈtrɛm ər /

Etymology

Origin of microtremor

micro- + tremor

Example Sentences

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Geological Survey scientist Christine Wilcox says it’s possible that the crack is the result of an underground microtremor too weak to be detected by local seismic monitors.”

From New York Times