Meaning of the word current in English

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current

US /ˈkɝː.ənt/

UK /ˈkɝː.ənt/

belonging to the present time; happening or being used or done now

Example:

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What's your current address?

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The current trend is towards healthier eating.

Synonym:

present existing contemporary up-to-date latest

a flow of water or air moving in a definite direction

Example:

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The strong current pulled the boat downstream.

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There's a cold air current coming from the window.

Synonym:

flow stream drift tide

the flow of electricity through a conductor

Example:

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A high voltage current can be dangerous.

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The device requires a steady electric current to operate.

Synonym:

electricity power charge

the general tendency of opinion or thought

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There's a strong current of discontent among the workers.

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The political current is shifting towards more conservative views.

Synonym:

trend tendency movement drift

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