1. noun /ˈkʌɹɛnt,ˈkɝɹɛnt/
a) The part of a fluid that moves continuously in a certain direction.
b) The time rate of flow of electric charge.
: CGS: esu/second (esu/s)
2. adjective /ˈkʌɹɛnt,ˈkɝɹɛnt/
a) Existing or occurring at the moment.
current events
b) Generally accepted, used, practiced, or prevalent at the moment.
current leaders
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