flux
//flʌks//
Noun
fluxSingular
fluxesPlural
1
A state of continuous change or movement.
The company's policies are in a state of flux.
2
The rate of flow of a fluid, particles, or energy through a given surface.
Scientists measured the heat flux through the metal surface.
3
A substance used to promote fusion of metals during soldering or welding.
Apply flux to the metal surface before soldering.
Synonym
Verb
1
To flow or stream out.
Water began to flux from the broken pipe.
2
To treat with a flux substance.
The technician fluxed the metal surface before soldering.