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turbulence

noun tur·bu·lence \ˈtər-byə-lən(t)s\

: sudden, violent movements of air or water

: a state of confusion, violence, or disorder

Full Definition of TURBULENCE

: the quality or state of being turbulent: as

a : great commotion or agitation <emotional turbulence>

b : irregular atmospheric motion especially when characterized by up-and-down currents

c : departure in a fluid from a smooth flow

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TURBULENCE Defined for Kids

noun tur·bu·lence \ˈtər-byə-ləns\

: irregular movements of air currents <The ride got rough when the plane hit turbulence.>

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