current

//ˈkʌrənt//
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Adjective

1

Belonging to the present time; happening or existing now.

What is your current job?

2

Generally accepted, used, or practiced at the present time.

What is the current thinking on this issue?

Noun

currentsPlural
1

A body of water or air moving in a definite direction, especially through a surrounding body of water or air in which there is less movement.

The boat was carried away by a strong current.

2

A flow of electricity through a conductor.

The current flows through the wire when you turn on the switch.

3

A general tendency or course of events or opinion.

The current of public opinion is shifting toward environmental protection.

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