fata. 1  definite singular nominative form of fatÄ. 2  definite singular accusative form of fatÄ.
1. Once a wave has been generated its speed may change, but its period does not as this characteristic is determined by the generating force. 2. Deep-water waves (waves of oscillation) a. Deep-water waves occur where the water is deeper than 1/2 the wavelength of the waves. b. In deep water the velocity of a wave is a function of wavelength. c. Waves are created in storm centers or by the steady winds of the westerlies and trades.
Rogue waves (also known as freak waves, monster waves, episodic waves, killer waves, extreme waves, and abnormal waves) are large, unexpected and suddenly appearing surface waves that can be extremely dangerous, even to large ships such as ocean liners.