Meaning Of The Word Catastrophe

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Catastrophe Meaning

Catastrophe Definition
Catastrophe Definition

What's The Definition Of Catastrophe?

catastrophe
countable noun: A catastrophe is an unexpected event that causes great suffering or damage.

catastrophe in American English
the culminating event of a drama, esp. of a tragedy, by which the plot is resolved; denouement
noun: a sudden and widespread disaster

catastrophe in British English
noun: a sudden, extensive, or notable disaster or misfortune

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