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    Current

    /ˈkʌrənt/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    A flow of water or air, or a direction in which something is moving.
    The current in the river is too strong for swimming.
    A flow of electrical charge.
    The circuit requires a current of 5 amperes to function properly.
    adjective
    Belonging to the present time; happening or being used now.
    The current situation requires immediate attention from the management.
    In general use or popular at the present time.
    This is one of the current trends in fashion among teenagers.
    Existing or occurring at the time being referred to.
    The current president has announced new policies to address climate change.

    Etymology

    Late Middle English: from Old French 'corant' or from Latin 'currere' meaning 'to run'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    current events:
    Hot topics or news happening now.
    in current use:
    Being used in the present.
    current affairs:
    Events of political or social interest happening in the world.
    the current state of affairs:
    The existing situation or condition.

    Related Words

    currency
    A system of money in general use in a particular country.
    curriculum
    The subjects comprising a course of study in a school or college.
    currents
    The ongoing flow or movement of a fluid or trend.

    Slang Meanings

    Current vibes
    The current vibes at the party are really chill.
    Current mood
    My current mood is just to relax and do nothing.