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Definition aftershock in British English

aftershock noun

[countable] noun
/ˈɑːftə(r)ˌʃɒk/
1

a small earthquake (=occasion when the earth shakes) that happens after a bigger one

Synonyms and related words
aftershock earthquake epicenter
2

unpleasant results or feelings after something bad happens

Synonyms and related words
repercussion shock wave fallout
Definition aftershock in British English