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Maelstrom, whirlpool, Norway: see Moskenstraumen Moskenstraumen (môsk`ənstrou'mən) or Maelstrom ..... Click the link for more information. . maelstrom a large powerful whirlpool Maelstrom a strong tidal current in a restricted channel in the Lofoten Islands off the NW coast of Norway maelstrom [′māl·strəm] (oceanography) A powerful and often destructive water current caused by the combined effects of high, wind-generated waves and a strong, opposing tidal current. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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