Richter scale

/ˈɹɪkt.ɚ skeɪl/

ɹꞮKT · ɚ skeɪl (2 syllables)

English Noun
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Definition

A value on the Richter scale.

Etymology

Named after American seismologist Charles Richter (1900–1985), whose name derives from German Richter (“judge”).

Example Sentences

  • "The students also faced and experienced earthquakes at various Richter scales."
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