landslide

//ˈlænd.slaɪd//
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Visual representation of landslide

Noun

landslideSingular
landslidesPlural
1

A mass of earth, rock, or debris that slides down a slope or cliff, often caused by heavy rain, earthquakes, or erosion.

Heavy rain caused a landslide that blocked the mountain road.

2

An overwhelming victory in an election or contest, where one candidate or party wins by a very large margin.

The candidate won the election by a landslide.