"Chona Mae" meaning in All languages combined

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Interjection [Cebuano]

Etymology: The supposed name of a lost girl on the day of 2012 Negros earthquake and used as a humorous explanation to the resulting tsunami scare in Cebu. Supposedly a man on bike was shouting for his daughter's name and was misheard causing people to run for high ground. Homophonic translation of tsunami. Head templates: {{head|ceb|interjection}} Chona Mae
  1. (humorous) tsunami! Wikipedia link: 2012 Negros earthquake, homophonic translation Tags: humorous
    Sense id: en-Chona_Mae-ceb-intj-AnPNnGDD Categories (other): Cebuano entries with incorrect language header, Cebuano homophonic translations

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