Direct tide

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-005039",
  "term": "Direct tide",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "A tidal bulge that forms on the side of the Earth facing the moon or sun, caused by the gravitational pull of the celestial body. This bulge represents a high tide, as the water is drawn towards the gravitational source. A corresponding direct tide also forms on the opposite side of the Earth due to inertial forces.",
  "see_also": [
    "tide-producing force"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/direct-tide/"
}