wave crest

wave crest
The highest part of a wave. See also crest; wave.

Military dictionary. 2000.

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  • wave length — The horizontal distance between successive wave crests measured perpendicular to the crest, usually expressed in feet. See also crest; wave; wave crest …   Military dictionary

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