Definition of seiche
: an oscillation of the surface of a landlocked body of water (such as a lake) that varies in period from a few minutes to several hours
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Park staff aren’t concerned that the seiche and unexpected spawn will cause any lasting damage.
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Wind and weather conditions on the lakes can form a massive, dangerous wave known as a seiche, which will oscillate back and forth across the lake for hours or days.
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Lake Erie is particularly known for seiches, which have breached sea walls, caused flooding, and even caused fatalities in the past.
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Origin and Etymology of seiche
French
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First Known Use: circa 1839
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