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seis

seis

9.4
A short informal name for equipment or data that record earthquakes
  • noun
  • /seɪs/
  • Jargon
translation icon : sismógrafo
  • The technician checked the seis before starting the field survey.

Examples

  • She specializes in maintaining the seis equipment at the research station.

  • After the tremor, the team reviewed the seis data for any unusual activity.

  • The seis indicated a possible fault line.

  • The geologist used a seis to monitor the earthquake activity.

  • The seismologist analyzed the data collected by the seis to better understand the earthquake's impact.

  • Researchers use the seis to monitor seismic activity and improve safety in earthquake-prone areas.

  • During the conference, the experts discussed advancements in seis technology and its applications in geology.

Synonyms

seismograph
vsseis
  • Specialized
6 7.0

Machine that records ground movements during earthquakes

is an informal abbreviation used for the instrument or related data
seismometer
vsseis
  • Specialized
2 5.3

A device that measures shaking in the ground, for example during an earthquake

is an informal abbreviation that can mean instruments or related data
seismoscope
vsseis
  • Specialized
1 9.1

An instrument that tells when an earthquake happens and where it comes from

is an informal abbreviation that covers measuring instruments or related data broadly
seismogram
vsseis
  • Specialized
7.5

A record that shows how the ground moves during an earthquake

is an informal abbreviation used also for the instrument rather than just the record

Surface Forms

seis singular
seises plural

Etymology

The short form seis used for seismic tools comes from words like seismic and seismograph, which come from an old word for 'shake' or 'earthquake', so remembering 'shake' helps you know it is about earthquake equipment.