Courant
noun
A flow of water or air, especially in a particular direction; a current.
The courant in the river was too strong for swimming.
Usage tips
Neutral
water courant, electrical courant, ocean courant
noun
A French term used in literary contexts to describe a current theme or style.
The book explores courant themes prevalent in modern society.
Usage tips
Formal
courant theme, courant style, courant narrative
noun
A flow of water or air, especially in a particular direction; a current.
The courant in the river was too strong for swimming.
Usage tips
Neutral
water courant, electrical courant, ocean courant
noun
A French term used in literary contexts to describe a current theme or style.
The book explores courant themes prevalent in modern society.
Usage tips
Formal
courant theme, courant style, courant narrative
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Contextual Understanding
Recognize that 'courant' often refers to the movement of liquids or gases.
The courant was swift and unpredictable during the storm.
Pro Tip 2/3Trend Awareness
'Courant' can also refer to trends or movements in culture or ideas.
This year's fashion is very courant with the latest designs.
Pro Tip 3/3Technical Usage
In technical contexts, especially scientific ones, use it to refer precisely to forces in physics.
The electrical courant must be measured with caution.
Pro Tip 1/3Contextual Understanding
Recognize that 'courant' often refers to the movement of liquids or gases.
The courant was swift and unpredictable during the storm.
Pro Tip 2/3Trend Awareness
'Courant' can also refer to trends or movements in culture or ideas.
This year's fashion is very courant with the latest designs.
Pro Tip 3/3Technical Usage
In technical contexts, especially scientific ones, use it to refer precisely to forces in physics.
The electrical courant must be measured with caution.
Pro Tip 1/3Contextual Understanding
Recognize that 'courant' often refers to the movement of liquids or gases.
The courant was swift and unpredictable during the storm.
Pro Tip 2/3Trend Awareness
'Courant' can also refer to trends or movements in culture or ideas.
This year's fashion is very courant with the latest designs.
Pro Tip 3/3Technical Usage
In technical contexts, especially scientific ones, use it to refer precisely to forces in physics.
The electrical courant must be measured with caution.
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