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/ˈkɝ.ənt/
UK: /ˈkʌɹ.ənt/
Kɝ · ənt (2 syllables)
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Definition
The generally unidirectional movement of a gas or fluid.
Etymology
From Middle English curraunt, borrowed from Old French curant (French courant), present participle of courre (“to run”), from Latin currere (“to run”) (present participle currens). Doublet of courant.
Example Sentences
- "The mantle is important to our discussion in that its viscous nature can conduct convection currents that have effects on the crust upon which we live."
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