air current (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈɛər ˌkʌrənt/
Definition
A mass of air moving in a particular direction, especially horizontally.
Examples
The glider soared effortlessly, carried by a strong air current.
Dust motes danced in the sunlight, revealing the subtle air currents in the room.
Sailors rely on understanding air currents to navigate their ships efficiently.
How to Use air current
- carried by an air current (collocation)
- To be moved along by moving air. — "The dandelion seeds were carried by an air current far across the field."
- caught in an air current (collocation)
- To be trapped or influenced by moving air. — "The small drone was caught in an unexpected air current and drifted off course."
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