landslide

English

/ˈlænd.slaɪd/

noun
Definitions
  • A natural disaster that involves the breakup and downhill flow of rock, mud, water and anything caught in the path.
  • A vote won by a wide or overwhelming majority.

Etymology

Compound from English land (real estate, urine) + English slide.

Origin

English

slide

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