significant wave heights

A form of significant wave height — A standardized measure of trough-to-crest wave height calculated for the needs of seafarers; exact mathematical definition has varied over time and currently it is defined as four times the standard deviation of the surface elevation.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of significant wave height
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