Wave of translation
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wave of translation
(Or translatory wave.) A wave that is accompanied by substantial net movement of the fluid in the direction of wave motion, although the wave propagates more rapidly than the fluid.
Flood waves in rivers are translatory waves.
Compare longitudinal wave.
Compare longitudinal wave.
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