Definitions
from The Century Dictionary.
- Same as
perigean .
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This so-called perigeal tide adds about 0. 5m (1. 6ft) to the high-water mark, and with freshening southwesterly winds forecast, this may cause some flooding, especially along parts of the South West coast.
The Moderate Voice 2009
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