Word of the day! 19 March 2014 Current noun 1. a continuous movement of water in a river, lake, or sea [↪ tide] ocean/sea/tidal etc current ex. Strong currents can be very dangerous for swimmers. 2. a continuous movement of air: ex. Some birds use warm air currents to help them fly. current of ex. currents of warm air rising from the plain 3. a flow of electricity through a wire: ex. an electrical current ➔ alternating current, direct current 4. an idea, feeling, or opinion that a particular group of people has: ex. The committee reflects the different political currents within the organization. current of ex. There was an underlying current of discontent among teachers.
Posted on: Wed, 19 Mar 2014 07:54:59 +0000
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