aallokko — meaning in English

English meaning

• chop noun A cut of meat, often including part of a rib bone.
• surge noun A sudden, powerful increase or rush.

Senses

aallokko is used for these senses in English:

• chop Ocean waves, generally caused by wind, distinguished from swell by being smaller and not lasting as long.
• surge (aviation) A momentary reversal of the airflow through the compressor section of a jet engine due to disruption of the airflow entering the engine's air intake, accompanied by loud banging noises, emission of flame, and temporary loss of thrust.
• surge (nautical) The swell or heave of the sea (FM 55-501).

chop — full definition

1. noun A cut of meat, often including part of a rib bone.
2. noun A short, sharp strike, especially with the side of the hand or with a blade.
3. noun Rough, choppy waves on the water, usually caused by wind.
4. verb To cut something into pieces with quick, forceful strokes.
5. noun Informal: dismissal from a job ("the chop").

surge — full definition

1. noun A sudden, powerful increase or rush.
2. noun A sudden spike in electrical voltage or current.
3. verb To increase or move forward suddenly and powerfully.

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